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Birnam Wood Apartments

2901 Bill McDonald Pky, Bellingham, WA 98225

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Highlights

  • By-The-Bed Leasing
  • Deck
  • Picnic Area
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba — Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1980
  • 240 units/3 stories

About Birnam Wood Apartments

Discover your new home at Birnam Wood Apartments in Bellingham, WA. This property is situated on Bill Mcdonald Pky in the 98225 area of Bellingham. From amenities to availability, the leasing staff is available to help you find the best floor plan for your lifestyle. Come see Birnam Wood Apartments today.

Birnam Wood Apartments is an apartment community located in Whatcom County and the 98225 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Bellingham Public Schools attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Lounge

Picnic Area

Study Lounge

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Picnic Area
  • Study Lounge

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Location
2901 Bill McDonald Pky, Bellingham,
WA 98225
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Neighborhood

Watching the sun set behind the mountains, casting a shimmering glow across Bellingham Bay, is just one of the perks of living in South Hill. Boulevard Park may become one of your favorite destinations -- the bay views are stunning, and you can sit and watch those spectacular sunsets while enjoying a treat at Woods Coffee. Boulevard Park also offers an overwater boardwalk, picnic areas, fishing docks, a walking trail, and a beach.

South Hill is wedged between the bay and Western Washington University. It is also just west of Sehome Hill Arboretum directly south of Downtown Bellingham. Historic Fairhaven, a popular shopping destination, is south of South Hill. Nearby attractions include Viking Union Gallery, Bellingham Farmer's Market, and Whatcom Museum.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South Hill Bellingham, WA
Studio $1,126 $1,398
1 Bedroom $1,382 $1,563
2 Bedrooms $1,924 $1,882
3 Bedrooms $2,539 $2,346

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 583 Sq Ft $1,478 $1,569 $1,643
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 831 Sq Ft $850 $1,797 $2,295
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1079 Sq Ft $708 $2,072 $2,900
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1177 Sq Ft $691 $1,359 $3,800
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Picnic Area
  • Study Lounge
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Western Washington University
Drive: 6 min 1.5 mi
Bellingham Technical College
Drive: 12 min 4.7 mi
Whatcom Community College
Drive: 11 min 6.3 mi
Skagit Valley College
Drive: 35 min 26.6 mi
Birnam Wood Apartments is within 6 minutes or 1.5 miles from Western Washington University. It is also near Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community College.
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
456 Students
Attendance Zone
Sehome High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,163 Students
Attendance Zone
Alger Learning Center & Independence High School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
9 Students
Nearby
Montessori Peace Centers
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Cascades Montessori Middle
Private Middle School
Grades 6-8
31 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Birnam Wood Apartments is near Bellingham International, located 7.5 miles or 13 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Bellingham Amtrak Station
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Mount Vernon Amtrak Station
Drive: 32 min 26.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Bellingham International
 Drive: 13 min 7.5 mi

Walkability Near Birnam Wood Apartments

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
73 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Birnam Wood Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Viking Plaza
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Sehome Village
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
The Village on Samish Way
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Birnam Wood Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Sehome Hill Arboretum
 Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Franklin Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
WWU Planetarium
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
MindPort
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Fairhaven Village Green
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Birnam Wood Apartments has 5 parks within 2.0 miles, including Sehome Hill Arboretum, Franklin Park, and WWU Planetarium.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Joseph Hospital
Drive: 8 min 4.3 mi
Birnam Wood Apartments is 4.3 miles and a 8 minute drive from St. Joseph Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station
Drive: 81 min 53.1 mi
Naval Air Station Whidbey Island
Drive: 100 min 70.2 mi
Birnam Wood Apartments is 53.1 miles from Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Birnam Wood Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Birnam Wood Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Birnam Wood Apartments?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Birnam Wood Apartments?

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Is Birnam Wood Apartments pet-friendly?

Birnam Wood Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Birnam Wood Apartments have move-in specials?

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