Mount Baker Apartments Historic 1929 Landmark Living in the Heart of Downtown Bellingham
Step into a piece of Bellingham's history. Originally built in 1929 as the Apartment Hotel Cissna, Mount Baker Apartments is a beautifully preserved Art-Deco landmark that has been thoughtfully renovated to offer modern comfort while keeping its classic charm.
We offer 84 renovated homes a mix of cozy studios and spacious one-bedroom apartments all within one of downtown's most iconic buildings.
Live steps away from everything you love about Bellingham:
Prime Downtown Location
Local cafes & coffee shops
Restaurants & nightlife
Shops and everyday essentials
Easy access to public transportation
Stunning city and bay views from select units
Library, waterfront, trails, and community spaces nearby
Walkable. Connected. Convenient.
Modern Comfort in a Historic Building
While the exterior preserves its 1929 character, the interior features:
Renovated units
On-site laundry
Full-time property staff
Low-cost nearby city garage
A secure, well-maintained building with updated systems
A perfect blend of vintage charm and everyday practicality.
Affordable Housing Community
Mount Baker Apartments is owned and operated by a non-profit affordable housing provider.
This community is income-restricted, and we cannot accept full-time students.
Additional eligibility requirements apply.
6 month leases - all utilities included except phone & internet
Apartment for rent
Income restricted
$1,251/mo
308 W Champion St, # 505, Bellingham, WA 98225
Studio
340sqft
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Apartment
Available now
No pets
None laundry
None parking
Natural gas, none
What's special
Renovated unitsCozy studiosOn-site laundrySpacious one-bedroom apartments
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Contact manager
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Contact manager
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 340 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Contact manager
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Contact manager
- Exterior features: Contact manager
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Water
Details
- Additional structures: Contact manager
- Other equipment: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Gas, Internet, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: Mount Baker Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Contact manager
HOA
- Amenities included: Contact manager
Location
- Region: Bellingham
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 6 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/7/2026 | Price change | $1,251+9.9%$4/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,138+2.7%$3/sqft |
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| 6/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/7/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,108+9.9%$3/sqft |
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| 5/15/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,008$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Downtown Business District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Parkview Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Whatcom Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Bellingham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
This is an income restricted property
This property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.There are 11 available units in this apartment building







