Average Rent in Whatcom, WA

Current Versus Historical Whatcom, WA Rents

Whatcom rentals average $1,290 for a studio rental to $3,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,900, or roughly $2 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in April 2024, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $63 (4.95%) year-over-year from $1,263 to $1,325. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $83 (6.10%) year-over-year from $1,367 to $1,450. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $80 (4.66%) year-over-year from $1,715 to $1,795. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $93 (3.88%) year-over-year from $2,407 to $2,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $50 (1.45%) year-over-year from $3,450 to $3,500. 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 1.27% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.57% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.78% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.39% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.11% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Apr 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$2.97	$1,325	$1,263 (4.95%)	$1,164 (13.83%)
1 BR	$2.49	$1,450	$1,367 (6.10%)	$1,120 (29.46%)
2 BR	$2.17	$1,795	$1,715 (4.66%)	$1,367 (31.34%)
3 BR	$1.81	$2,500	$2,407 (3.88%)	$1,966 (27.17%)
4+ BR	$2.13	$3,500	$3,450 (1.45%)	$3,000 (16.67%)

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 $1,900 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Bellingham, WA, with an average rent of $1,900, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Whatcom, WA is Bellingham, WA. Monthly rents here are on average $1,900 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 equivalent to other nearby cities' one bedroom rents. Two bedrooms in Whatcom, WA are about 0.70% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 0.20% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 1 cities near Whatcom, WA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Bellingham, WA	$1,290	$1,475	$1,798	$1,900

Top Neighborhoods Near Whatcom

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near Whatcom. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near Whatcom, WA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near Whatcom, WA is currently around $2,138 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Whatcom's average rent, which is only $1,900. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Whatcom, Happy Valley has the most affordable average rent at $1,725 per month. Whereas, at $2,550 average rent per month, Sehome is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Whatcom. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Happy Valley, Bellingham, WA	$1,300	$1,450	$1,763	$1,725
Sehome, Bellingham, WA	$1,300	$1,350	$1,895	$2,550

Top Counties Near Whatcom

There are a total of 2 counties located by Whatcom, WA.

We've listed the top 0 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Whatcom

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near Whatcom, WA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,875. A total of 2 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 98226, Whatcom County, WA at $1,850 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $1,900 per month is 98225, WA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,283. That's at least $3 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Whatcom, WA is $1,531 per month. Or in other words, $3 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,800 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 2 zipcodes in Whatcom, WA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
98225, WA	$1,290	$1,463	$1,800	$1,900
98226, Whatcom County, WA	$1,275	$1,600	$1,800	$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 $1,900. 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 $1,290 and an average price per square feet of $2.97. There are a total of 52 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 $1,475 and an average price per square feet of $2.49. There are a total of 59 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 $1,785 and an average price per square feet of $2.17. There are a total of 114 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 0.05%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Whatcom, WA?

A reasonable rent price in Whatcom, WA is around $1,520/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.