421 E Maple St, Apt 206, Bellingham, WA 98225
0 bed · 1 bath · 0.9 mi from campus · Single Family
$825/mo
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Off-campus housing for freshmen near Western Washington University
Explore freshmen housing near Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA. Live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for first-year students.
Average rent
$1,047/mo
Walk score
75/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~35 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Western Washington University land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Bellingham, WA scores about 72/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting freshmen housing often start in Bellingham Heights and The Loop before expanding search radius.
Matching inventory
24 active listings match this category near Western Washington University. Compare rent, commute, and roommate options before touring.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$2,200/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$2,700/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$3,750/mo avg
This category avg
$1,047/mo
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93/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
91/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
88/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
81/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
75/100
Transit and shuttle access
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910 Gladstone St, Apt 307, Bellingham, WA 98229
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.5 mi from campus · Apartment
$850/mo
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705 32nd St, Bellingham, WA 98225
1 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 1,020 sq ft · Apartment
$895/mo
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1112 E Maple St, Unit MAPLE1, Bellingham, WA 98225
1 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 110 sq ft · Single Family
$950/mo
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1112 E Maple St, Unit MAPLE7, Bellingham, WA 98225
1 bed · 1 bath · 0.8 mi from campus · 120 sq ft · Single Family
$950/mo
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How much does freshmen housing cost near Western Washington University?
Filtered listings average about $1,047/month near Western Washington University. Campus-wide averages run $2,700 for 1BR and $3,750 for 2BR.
Where should I look for freshmen housing near Western Washington University?
Students often start in Bellingham Heights and The Loop. Compare 24 listings filtered for first-year students before expanding your search radius.
When should Western Washington University students start searching for freshmen housing?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Western Washington University, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
Can freshmen live off campus near Western Washington University?
Policies vary by school. Confirm live-on-campus requirements, then compare nearby apartments with roommate matching if off-campus is allowed.
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