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1218 Ellis St

Bellingham, WA 98225 - Whatcom County

House

5 beds

2 baths

1,900 sqft

About 1218 Ellis St

This huge 5 bdrm/2 bath is available for August. Vintage details like tile fireplace, arched doorways and wood floor add tons of character. Large bedrooms & living areas, a yard, laundry and tenant parking onsite. And a locking shed and basement for storage. Rent: $4,200/mo. 1 yr lease. Tenants pay all utilities: water/sewer, garbage, gas, electric and cable/internet. Owner pays yard care. No pets, no smoking. Tenant must have renters' insurance for the duration of the lease term. Tenant Approval Criteria: $50 application fee. 600+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 3x the tenant's portion of the rent. If not qualified (common for students), tenants must have co-signers. CO-SIGNER Approval Criteria: $50 application fee. 600+ credit score and verifiable monthly income that is 4x the tenant's portion of the rent. Estimated Payment Schedule: To Hold Unit While Applying: Pay a holding deposit of $1050 (25% of Security Deposit). After Approval and Lease is Signed: Pay prorated first month's rent + $100 administrative fee. Prior to Move In: Pay Remainder of Deposit $3150 (75% of Security Deposit) All terms are subject to change at any time. Extra occupants may increase rent amount. Please Do Not disturb Tenants. Showings will Only be conducted by Hammer Properties NW. If interested, please submit an inquiry through this ad. Thanks. Electric Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Tenants pay all the utilities & Washer + Dryer.

RentalSource last checked: July 22, 2025 at 4:59 PM ET

Last updated: July 18, 2025 at 3:50 PM ET

Listed by: Hammer Properties NW, (360) 756-6500

Property Summary

Property Type:	House
Rental Fee:	$4,200
Bedrooms:	5 beds
Bathrooms:	2 baths

Size:	1,900 sqft
Pet Friendly:	No
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	81727516

Property Amenities

• Electric Range

• Fireplace

• High-Speed Internet

• Refrigerator

• Washer/Dryer Hk-up

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

• Reserved Parking

• Storage

Additional Details

House for rent in Bellingham for $4,200 with 5 beds, 2 baths, 1,900 sqft and located at 1218 Ellis St in Bellingham, WA 98225. The rental price of $4,200 is 105.1% ($2,152) higher than the average rent of $2,048 for houses in Bellingham, WA and 108.1% ($2,182) higher than the average rent of $2,018 for houses in Whatcom County. 1218 Ellis St was advertised by Hammer Properties NW on July 2, 2025 at 9:15 AM ET, last updated on July 18, 2025 at 3:50 PM ET and last checked yesterday at 4:59 PM ET.

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(360) 756-6500

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