Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Bellingham, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Bellingham, WA rent slipped 5.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,750/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Bellingham sits 7.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 307 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Bellingham rent for $1,365/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,550/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,748/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,295/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,950/month. The 2-bedroom segment is the most common, making up 36.3% of rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in Bellingham
$1,750/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Bellingham is $1,750 per month as of October 2026. This is 8% below the national average rent, or $150 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bellingham
307
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bellingham rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bellingham, WA
Average rent prices in Bellingham have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bellingham, WA
Rent prices in Bellingham vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bellingham is $1,695, whereas a house costs $2,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Bellingham run $1,575 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,725.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,365 | 1% | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,550 | 2% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,747 | 5% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,295 |  4% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $2,950 | 11% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Birchwoods | $1,595 | |
Central Business District | $1,650 | |
Fairhaven | $1,995 | |
Guide Meridian | $1,735 | |
Happy Valley | $1,687 | |
Lettered Streets | $1,694 | |
Meridian | $1,625 | |
Mount Baker | $1,835 | |
Roosevelt | $1,700 | |
Sehome | $1,795 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,695 | 3% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,797 | 5% | 7% | |
Houses | $2,600 | No Change | 4% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,365
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,747
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,950
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
2%
Sehome
Average rent
$1,795
Happy Valley
Average rent
$1,687
Guide Meridian
Average rent
$1,735
Central Business District
Average rent
$1,650
Roosevelt
Average rent
$1,700
Meridian
Average rent
$1,625
Lettered Streets
Average rent
$1,694
Birchwoods
Average rent
$1,595
Mount Baker
Average rent
$1,835
Fairhaven
Average rent
$1,995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,797
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
Houses
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bellingham, WA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bellingham, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bellingham and Anacortes by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bellingham
8%lower than the national median
50%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bellingham, WA is 39% lower than the median rent in Anacortes, WA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,850
6%$1,725
16%$1,887
$2,325
7%$2,000
2%$1,917
1%$1,925
36%$1,750
8%$2,850
7%$2,325
2%$2,600
2%$2,770
11%Cost of living in Bellingham, WA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 23% higher |
| Groceries | 8% higher |
| Health | 8% higher |
| Housing | 35% higher |
| Transportation | 25% higher |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Bellingham, WA
5d+ ago
1124 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225
1 bed
2 baths
$680–$825
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Bellingham
1709 Mt Baker Hwy, Bellingham, WA 98226
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 28
5d+ ago
Guide Meridian condo for rent in Bellingham
0000 E Horton Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 23
1d ago
1254 Franklin St, Bellingham, WA 98225
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1231 Chuckanut Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229
4 beds
2 baths
$8,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 15
1d ago
612 Northshore Dr, Bellingham, WA 98226
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 14
5d+ ago
Verified
4820 Green Vista Way #NA, Bellingham, WA 98226
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 14
5d+ ago
Lettered Streets house for rent in Bellingham
1200 W Holly St #NA, Bellingham, WA 98225
4 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
3h ago
1300 Mckenzie Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
2–3 beds
0–2 baths
$2,495–$2,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
490 S State St, Bellingham, WA 98225
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195–$2,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
814 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225
3 beds
1 bath
$1,795
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
3613 Consolidation Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
3 beds
2 baths
$2,095–$2,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3604 Orange Blossom Ct, Bellingham, WA 98226
3 beds
2 baths
$2,430
Price dropped $270Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 5
2d ago
Verified
514 13th St #101A, Bellingham, WA 98225
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Verified
4820 Green Vista Way #NA, Bellingham, WA 98226
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 14
23h ago
814 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225
3 beds
1 bath
$1,795
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
814 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225
3 beds
1 bath
$1,795
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2170 Douglas Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,995–$2,145
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
201 Tull Ct, Bellingham, WA 98226
3 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1020 23rd St, Bellingham, WA 98225
4 beds
2 baths
$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Bellingham, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Bellingham rental market.
How much is rent in Bellingham?
The average rent in Bellingham is $1,750 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bellingham?
Average rent prices in Bellingham have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Bellingham rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bellingham is 8% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $150 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bellingham?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bellingham are Birchwoods ($1,595/mo), Meridian ($1,625/mo), and Central Business District ($1,650/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bellingham?
To comfortably afford rent in Bellingham, you'd need to earn approximately $70,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bellingham?
December offers the best rental deals in Bellingham, with rents running about 12% lower than March peak prices. November and December are also the least competitive months with lower demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).