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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Key fob access
  • Beautiful surroundings
  • Virtual tour
  • Extra large kitchen
  • Huge floor to ceiling windows
  • Comfortable living experience

Location

418 W Bakerview Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA|Guide Meridian
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Management

North Ridge Property Management

Leasing office

(360) 255-1631

Property Overview

The Vantage is a highly rated community (overall 8.7/10) with exceptional amenities (10/10) and a strong balance of price and value, offering a comfortable living experience with features like key fob access, extra large kitchens, huge floor‑to‑ceiling windows, and beautiful surroundings. Its convenient location (9/10) near a well-rated middle school and plentiful nearby services, along with strong transparency from management, enhances everyday ease. The Vantage is also well suited for pet owners, with multiple nearby pet services and on-site outdoor spaces, plus a helpful set of 12 photos and a virtual tour to preview the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, The Vantage is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Vantage has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

The Wonder 1 Bed 1 Bath1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,850 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the Vantage at The Bakerview Square! The Wonder is a 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with an open concept living area that blends into the bedroom. The bedroom has a window and walk in closet. Features a large bathroom with linen closet and a well appointed kitchen and living room. This is a must see and is very comfortable. This building was designed to capture its beautiful surroundings. Featuring huge floor to ceiling windows and designer corner units capturing wonderful vista views. The lobby is well appointed with decorated hallways. This building has key fob access making it secure. An Extra-large elevator and 2 staircases make access to your home a breeze. Plenty of parking and secure parking is available on a first come basis for an additional cost. Built inside Bakerview Square, and walking distance to the Bellis Fair mall, the Food CO-OP and Whatcom Community College. Bakerview Square features everything you will need with Woods Coffee, restaurants, shops, churches, fitness, physical therapy and a mail center. You should not need a car. Close to downtown Bellingham, Western Washington University and the hospital. This is a must see. Units were built with you in mind. With quartz countertops and 9 ft ceilings, you'll experience a touch of elegance in every room. These are very comfortable living spaces with lots of storage, tall ceilings, upgraded countertops and cabinets and large bathrooms. Please look at the 3D walkthroughs. Tours available upon request. Secure mail room. At The Vantage, we pride ourselves on providing a comfortable and convenient living experience. Come and discover the perfect apartment for you in Bellingham, WA. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see why our community is the ideal place to call home. https www northridgemanagement com TheVantage Take a virtual tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ZLgnFgkca2T

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Amenities for The Vantage

Apartment Amenities

BalconyDesigner Finishes
Hot Water IncludedOpen Floor Plan
Quartz CountertopsSewer Included
Water Included

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesStove/Oven
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKControlled Building
Dogs OKElevator
Residents LoungeSecure Mail Room

Grounds

Fully Landscaped PropertyGarage Parking
Storage

Services

Landscaping Included

Neighborhood

Great LocationMinutes From Hospital
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About The Vantage

HomeApartments in BellinghamGuide Meridian The Vantage

One Corner unit apartment available. Welcome to the Vantage at The Bakerview Square! This building was designed to capture its beautiful surroundings. Featuring huge floor to ceiling windows and designer corner units capturing wonderful vista views. The lobby is well appointed with decorated hallways. This building has key fob access making it secure. An Extra-large elevator and 2 staircases make access to your home a breeze. Plenty of parking and secure garage parking is available on a first come basis for an additional cost. Built inside Bakerview Square, and walking distance to the Bellis Fair mall, the Food CO-OP and Whatcom Community College. Bakerview Square features everything you will need with Woods Coffee, restaurants, shops, churches, fitness, physical therapy and a mail center. You should not need a car. Close to downtown Bellingham, Western Washington University and the hospital. This is a must see. Units were built with you in mind. With quartz countertops and 9 ft ceilings, you'll experience a touch of elegance in every room. These are very comfortable living spaces with lots of storage, tall ceilings, upgraded countertops and cabinets and large bathrooms. Please look at the 3D walkthroughs. Tours available upon request. Secure mail room. At The Vantage, we pride ourselves on providing a comfortable and convenient living experience. Come and discover the perfect apartment for you in Bellingham, WA. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see why our community is the ideal place to call home. Units are internet ready with Fiber plans up to 1gig. Just connect to WIFI already installed, pick your plan, and Surf! https www northridgemanagement com TheVantage


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, The Vantage is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Vantage has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Vantage
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Vantage stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Vantage stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Vantage is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Vantage to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Vantage is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Vantage compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Guide Meridian

1-bedroom apartments at The Vantage cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Guide Meridian.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Guide Meridian
Bellingham
A table of studio rental data trends in Bellingham
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,321
June 2024$1,318
July 2024$1,325
August 2024$1,307
September 2024$1,335
October 2024$1,320
November 2024$1,312
December 2024$1,326
January 2025$1,325
February 2025$1,342
March 2025$1,348
April 2025$1,366
May 2025$1,395
June 2025$1,395
July 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,392
September 2025$1,352
October 2025$1,361
November 2025$1,347
December 2025$1,346
January 2026$1,382
February 2026$1,389
March 2026$1,396
April 2026$1,400
A table of studio rental data trends in Guide Meridian
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,325
July 2024$1,325
August 2024$1,307
September 2024$1,300
October 2024$1,300
November 2024$1,269
December 2024$1,298
March 2025$1,608
April 2025$1,600
May 2025$1,592
June 2025$1,499
July 2025$1,595
August 2025$1,617
September 2025$1,601
October 2025$1,586
November 2025$1,594
December 2025$1,636
January 2026$1,620
February 2026$1,574
March 2026$1,558
April 2026$1,589

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near The Vantage

Cordata Elementary School

4420 aldrich rd

bellingham, WA, 98226

PK, K-5Public
C

North Bell Learning Center

5275 northwest dr

bellingham, WA, 98226

PK, KPublic

Bellingham Family Partnership Program

1409 18th st

bellingham, WA, 98225

K-12Public

Ferndale Virtual Academy

5830 golden eagle dr

ferndale, WA, 98248

K-12Public

Lummi Nation School

2334 lummi view dr

bellingham, WA, 98226

K-8Public
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Getting around Bellingham near 418 W Bakerview Rd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 418 W Bakerview Rd, Bellingham

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 418 W Bakerview Rd

Community Food Co-op
315 Westerly Rd
Euro Market
4151 Meridian St
Meridian Superstore
4130 Meridian St
West Coast Grocer
4060 Meridian St
West Coast Oriental Market
4060 Meridian St

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