Varsity Village

2401 Donovan Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Waiting List Forecast: Open Until Further Notice

check_circleVerified for 2024 by Lorena Bentley
Rent Beds Baths SqFt
Call for Rents 1 - 3 Beds 1 Bath -
check_circle  Accepts Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)
check_circle  Affordable

Waitlist Information

Varsity Village, 2 and 3-Bedroom Waiting List

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Varsity Village is a low-density multifamily housing complex located in a park-like setting near Western Washington University and the historic Fairhaven District. In 2012, Varsity Village was substantially remodeled, including new kitchens, appliances, bathrooms, flooring, trim, heating systems, new laundry room, manager’s office and community room. In addition, accessible parking was upgraded, garbage enclosures were added, some roofs were replaced and several site improvements were completed. Varsity Village also features a fully accessible playground with ADA equipment, nice sitting areas and an abundance of green space.

Dave's Thoughts On Varsity Village

This LIHTC property is among the most common types of affordable rental housing in the United States. The LIHTC program only provides subsidies to the building’s owner at construction. The LIHTC program doesn't provide direct subsidies to the residents, but the owner must set rents affordable to low-income renters in the area. This property does participate in the Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance program and your rent would be subsidized and based on your income. You would not pay more than 30% of your income for rent. To qualify, you must earn 50% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI), which you can find on this page’s income chart. LIHTC properties tend to have shorter waiting lists however, since Varsity Village has a project-based subsidy, the waiting list is likely much longer than other local LIHTC properties. LIHTC properties nationwide are required to accept housing vouchers however, since this property has a Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance contract, your Section 8 voucher can not be used here. LIHTC properties were first built in the late 1980's and the LIHTC program funds the renovation of older properties. Because they tend to be newer or renovated, these properties are more likely to have larger units, more amenities, and greater tenant service offerings than other affordable housing programs. This property might be right for you if you need help paying your rent and are willing to wait for a longer waiting list.

Dave, Founder AHO

~ Dave Layfield, Founder of Affordable Housing Online

Varsity Village Amenities

  • Community Room
  • On-Site Manager
  • Laundry Room
  • Accessible Apartments
  • New Appliances

Units at Varsity Village

Unit (Bd/Ba) Ft2 Rent
1-Bedroom (1/1) 520ft2 Call for Price
2-Bedroom (2/1) 776-800ft2 Call for Price
3-Bedroom (3/1) 996ft2 Call for Price

Income Qualification for Varsity Village

*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
AMI* 1 person 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7 people 8 people
30% AMI for PBRA Units $20,200 / year $23,050 / year $25,950 / year $30,000 / year $35,140 / year $40,280 / year $45,420 / year $50,560 / year
50% AMI for LIHTC Units $33,600 / year $38,400 / year $43,200 / year $48,000 / year $51,850 / year $55,700 / year $59,550 / year $63,400 / year
50% AMI for PBRA Units $33,600 / year $38,400 / year $43,200 / year $48,000 / year $51,850 / year $55,700 / year $59,550 / year $63,400 / year
60% AMI for LIHTC Units $40,320 / year $46,080 / year $51,840 / year $57,600 / year $62,220 / year $66,840 / year $71,460 / year $76,080 / year
80% AMI for PBRA Units $53,800 / year $61,450 / year $69,150 / year $76,800 / year $82,950 / year $89,100 / year $95,250 / year $101,400 / year

*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.

FAQs for Varsity Village

Does Varsity Village have a waiting list?

Varsity Village has a waiting list. See above for waiting list details.

Are rents subsidized at Varsity Village?

We believe rents are most likely subsidized at all or some of the units since our research has turned up at least one public housing or rental assistance contract probably associated with this property.

In addition to Varsity Village, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in Bellingham?

In addition to Varsity Village, we list 62 other affordable properties in Bellingham. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 2483 affordable units in Bellingham.

When was the Varsity Village listing last updated?

Varsity Village listing on Affordable Housing Online was last updated on 05/23/2024 by Lorena Bentley. Remember, a property's status can change so you should contact the property to confirm.

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Rent observations may change. We encourage users to verify rents and eligiblity requirements directly with the property.

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