Walking distance from anything you could want!
Across the street from Goods Eatery and Brews. Walking distance to ROAM coffee, Intent Yoga, Elizabeth Park and Columbia Elementary. Couple minute drive to downtown, Costco or Peace Health.
Bring your furry friends, too! Pets will be considered on a case-by-case basis with a completed application.
1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom is available October 15, 2026.
2603 Elm St, Unit 102 (Ground Floor)
Bellingham, WA 98225
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 550 sqft.
Available: October 15, 2026
12 month lease length.
$1,550 per month Rent.
$200 per month Utilities Fee.
$1,750 Refundable Security Deposit.
$60 application fee per applicant.
Electricity paid separately by resident.
Gas, water, sewer, garbage, and landscaping all included.
Plenty of on-street parking.
Washer and dryer are in building, non-coin operated.
Resident Approval Requirements
$50 application fee per applicant over age of 18.
Lifetime application fees. Pay once and never again.
Credit score greater than 675.
Verifiable monthly income that is exceeds 2.5x the monthly rent. If not qualified, then residents must have co-signers.
Co-Signer Approval Requirements
$50 application fee per applicant over age of 18.
Credit score greater than 675.
Verifiable monthly income that is exceeds 2.5x the monthly rent.
Holding Deposit Process
To hold a home, we take a Holding Deposit equal to 25% of one month's rent.
This takes the home off the market for you while we complete screening.
Your Holding Deposit is applied to your refundable security deposit at move?in.
If we deny your application, we refund your Holding Deposit in full.
If you change your mind or don't complete your application within 48 hours, we may keep the Holding Deposit as outlined in the Holding Deposit Agreement.
If interested, please submit an inquiry through this ad, and we will respond via email.
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Purnell Apartments
2603 Elm St, Bellingham, WA 98225
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Available units
This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Policies
Pet essentials
- Small dogsAllowed
- CatsAllowed
Unit features
Appliances
- Refrigerator
Special features
- Columbia neighborhood
- Gas Stove/Oven
- RangeOven
- Unassigned parking and street parking
Neighborhood: Columbia
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Bellingham
Columbia Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Shuksan Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.2 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Bellingham High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10College Readiness Rating
8/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Purnell Apartments?
Purnell Apartments has a walk score of 87, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of Purnell Apartments?
Purnell Apartments has a transit score of 39, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Purnell Apartments?
The schools assigned to Purnell Apartments include Columbia Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School, and Bellingham High School.
What neighborhood is Purnell Apartments in?
Purnell Apartments is in the Columbia neighborhood in Bellingham, WA.








