Average Rent in Whatcom, WA

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Current Versus Historical Whatcom, WA Rents

Whatcom rentals average $1,478 for a studio rental to $3,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,920, or roughly $33 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $68 (-4.42%) year-over-year from $1,546 to $1,478. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $694 (62.08%) year-over-year from $1,118 to $1,813. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $392 (-16.91%) year-over-year from $2,317 to $1,925. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $192 (8.98%) year-over-year from $2,133 to $2,325. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $250 (-7.25%) year-over-year from $3,450 to $3,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 1.49% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.07% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.30% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.32% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.13% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$42.52	$1,478	$1,546 (-4.42%)	$1,288 (14.68%)
1 BR	$36.63	$1,813	$1,118 (62.08%)	$1,388 (30.63%)
2 BR	$26.18	$1,925	$2,317 (-16.91%)	$1,748 (10.10%)
3 BR	$22.66	$2,325	$2,133 (8.98%)	$2,403 (-3.23%)
4+ BR	$20.31	$3,200	$3,450 (-7.25%)	$3,368 (-4.97%)

Historical Rents in Whatcom, WA

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Top Cities Near Whatcom

There are a total of 1 cities nearby Whatcom. The average rent in Whatcom is currently $1,850 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Bellingham, WA, with an average rent of $1,850, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Whatcom, WA is Bellingham, WA. Monthly rents here are on average $1,850 per month.

Let's compare Whatcom, WA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Whatcom, WA is on par with the other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 0.69% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Whatcom, WA are about 3.90% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 1 cities near Whatcom, WA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Bellingham, WA	$1,478	$1,825	$2,000	$1,850

Top Neighborhoods Near Whatcom

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Top Counties Near Whatcom

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Whatcom

There is one zipcode in or near Whatcom, WA. The average rent for this zipcode is $1,850. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 98225, WA at $1,850 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $1,850 per month is 98225, WA.

The following table includes the zipcode in or near Whatcom, WA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
98225, WA	$1,498	$1,813	$2,145	$1,850

Frequently Asked Questions - Whatcom Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Whatcom, WA?

The average monthly rental price for Whatcom, WA apartments for rent is approximately $1,920. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Whatcom, WA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Whatcom, WA.

How much is a studio apartment in Whatcom, WA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,478 and an average price per square feet of $42.52. There are a total of 12 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Whatcom.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Whatcom, WA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,813 and an average price per square feet of $36.63. There are a total of 24 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Whatcom.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Whatcom, WA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,925 and an average price per square feet of $26.18. There are a total of 14 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Whatcom.

How have rent prices in Whatcom, WA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Whatcom, WA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.04%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.62%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.17%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Whatcom, WA?

A reasonable rent price in Whatcom, WA is around $1,536/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.