Park Place Apartments
3928 Northwest Ave,
Bellingham, WA 98226
$1,595 - $18,795
Studio - 2 Beds
The Shearwater
200 E Maple St,
Bellingham,
WA
98225
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The Shearwater
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Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Balcony
About The Shearwater
The Maple Street Apartments is comprised of the Shearwater, the Turnstone, the Sandpiper, and the Condor Apartments located in the heart of Downtown Bellingham! All apartments include water/sewer/garbage and assigned garage parking (1 space per unit). Enjoy being walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, WWU, the Community Co-Op, shopping, entertainment, transportation, and so much more! Each building has controlled access for enhanced resident security. *Rental price reflect single occupancy only. $35 per month per additional occupant, no greater than 2 per bedroom/studio*
The Shearwater 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
- Controlled Access
- Online Services
- Public Transportation
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Balcony
200 E Maple St,
Bellingham,
WA
98225
Between Mount Baker and Bellingham Bay, this Pacific Northwest city combines outdoor recreation with a welcoming downtown atmosphere. Western Washington University's campus brings energy to the community of 94,720 residents. The rental market remains steady, with average rents ranging from $1,342 for studios to $3,116 for four-bedroom units, showing year-over-year increases between 0.6% and 3.5%. The Fairhaven Historic District offers character-filled apartments near local shops, while downtown features converted industrial spaces now home to residential units.
Whatcom Falls Park spans 241 acres with four waterfalls and an extensive trail network. The historic Mount Baker Theatre, dating to 1927, anchors the local arts scene. The waterfront district continues to expand with new residential developments and improved public spaces along Bellingham Bay. Located midway between Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., Bellingham offers easy access to both cities.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
The Shearwater is within 6 minutes or 1.7 miles from Western Washington University. It is also near Bellingham Technical College and Whatcom Community College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
303 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
597 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,163 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Walkability Near The Shearwater
Getting Around
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
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/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 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™
71
/ 100
Traffic
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
200 E Maple St
Bellingham, WA 98225