Bellingham's average rental prices down again but well above this time last year
A recent survey of rental prices in Bellingham shows a decrease in September prices so far compared to last month.
The average price for Bellingham rentals of all bedrooms and all property types was $2,150 on Sept. 10, according to data from Zillow. That’s a $17 decrease compared to August’s average price, but an increase of $159 compared to September 2024.
“The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $675 to $11,000,” according to Zillow’s September 2025 data.
Zillow also found that Bellingham’s average rental price is 3% higher than the national average in September.
“A one-bedroom apartment in Bellingham costs about $1,595 on average, while a two-bedroom apartment is $1,875,” according to real estate data company Zumper. “Houses for rent in Bellingham are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $2,897.”
Beyond Bellingham
Zillow rent price data can also be compared by city. Here are Whatcom County’s average rent prices for Sept. 10:
- Bellingham : $2,150
- Lynden: $2,100
- Blaine: $2,395
- Ferndale: $2,295
- Point Roberts: $2,100
- Sumas: $1,850
- Everson: $1,950
- Birch Bay: $2,088
- Deming: $2,600
