Housing

Students can choose from on-campus housing, apartments, homestays, or hotels based on their needs. It is your responsibility to find housing. Secure housing before leaving your home country.

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Bellevue College’s on-campus apartment-style housing, opened in 2018, and houses 350 students in units with kitchens and bathrooms. The building offers study and social areas as well as a small cafe.

Note: On-campus housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed. Apply for multiple room types as preferred options may fill up. Changing your application resets your submission date.

Main Contact: housing@bellevuecollege.edu.

Website: bellevuecollege.edu/student-life/campus-life/housing/

Important Housing Dates: bellevuecollege.edu/student-life/campus-life/housing/important-dates/

For information about the layouts, rates, and application, go to BC Student Housing.

Go to bellevuecollege.edu/student-life/campus-life/housing/faqs/

I am under 18, how do I sign my housing contract?

  • Underage Students: After you receive, accept, and submit your offer your parents/guardians will be sent a guardian contract. This contract is sent out at a later date than the student contract. Please accept the student contract by the deadline.

Can an F-1 student on an approved vacation term live on campus with fewer than 6 credits?

  • According to the Housing Director, the 6-credit requirement doesn’t apply during the summer quarter. For other quarters (fall, winter, and spring), F-1 students who are allowed to take fewer than 6 credits (like during an approved vacation quarter) should let the Housing Director know. The Housing office will be flexible in these cases.

If you’re considering a host family, here are two agencies that have worked with Bellevue College students before:

USA International, Inc.
Main Contact: Ms. Emi Khosraw
Tel: 425-483-5974
Fax: 425-485-1891
Email: info@ushomestay.com
Website: ushomestay.com

Intercultural Homestays & Services, Inc.
Main Contact: Ms. Eileen Beaupre
Tel: 206-367-5332
Fax: 206-367-5320
Email: ihincusa@aol.com
Website: ihincusa.com

Contact the Housing Agent via email for details on placement fees, homestay stipends, and services. Do not send your homestay application or fees directly to Bellevue College.

Apply at least 2 months before arrival to ensure time for finding a host family. Early application is recommended. It’s your responsibility to coordinate housing with your agent.

General apartment information:

  • Tenants must be at least 18 years old. Employment and/or credit history reports may be required.
  • Most apartments are unfurnished; rent generally does not include utilities, water/sewage, garbage, or internet.
  • Understand the lease terms before signing. Lease agreements are usually 6 months or 1 year.
  • Expect to pay a cleaning and damage deposit, along with first and last month’s rent.

Apartments rented by our international students in 2025: Bellevue College does not endorse any specific apartment.

The Windsor Apartment Complex
Directions: 4415 NE 5th St, Renton, WA 98059
Website: thewindsorapts.com/

Ashton Bellevue Apartment Complex
Directions: 10710 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA 98004
Website: udr.com/seattle-apartments/bellevue/ashton-bellevue/

The Villas In Bellevue Apartment Complex
Directions: 595 156th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98007
Website: villasinbellevue.com/

Carrington Apartments
Directions: 2501 148th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98007
Website: thecarringtonapartments.com/

2170 NE Bel-Red Rd – Bellevue, WA 98007
LIV contact information if you plan to rent an apartment for at least 12 months:
Tel: 425-746-5483
Website: ivbelred.com/

For daily, weekly, or monthly LIV apartment rentals:
Tel: 425-861-0500, Ext. 126
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Edgewood Park Apartments
Directions: 1501 145th Pl SE, Bellevue, WA 98007
Website: edgewoodparkapts.com/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=organic

Champagne at Bellevue
Directions: 15165 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98007
Website: champagneapartments.com/

Woodland Commons Apartments
Directions: 13700 NE 10th Pl, Bellevue, WA 98005
Website: essexapartmenthomes.com/apartments/bellevue/woodland-commons?sc_camp=2648D1300BEC431BB11EB86F02F52DBD&utm_source=googlesearch

Cross Creek Apartments
Directions: 4160 124th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
Website: maingatemgmt.com/properties/cross-creek

Sunset Heights
Directions: 1150 NE Sunset Blvd, Renton, WA 98056

Overlook at Lakemont
Directions: 5305 Lakemont Blvd SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
Website: overlook-apts.com/?utm_source=GBP&utm_medium=organic

Avoid Scams

Students should be cautious of housing scams, which often involve sending cash or wiring money through services like Western Union, MoneyGram, money orders, cashier’s checks, or other similar methods.

To protect yourself from scams, follow these tips:

  • Avoid wiring money through wire services.
  • Never share personal financial information, such as bank account numbers, credit card details, or eBay/PayPal account information.
  • Avoid deals that involve shipping or escrow services.

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Several hotels are near Bellevue College. These options are for informational purposes and not endorsed by the college. Explore other choices online, arrange transportation, and inquire about promotional rates when booking.

Hyatt House Seattle/Bellevue
3244 139th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98005
Tel: 425 747-2705
Website: hyatt.com/hyatt-house/en-US/seaxb-hyatt-house-seattle-bellevue

Extended Stay Hotels in Bellevue-Factoria
3700 132nd Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006
Tel: 425-865-8680
Fax: 425-865-8989
Website: extendedstayhotels.com

Larkspur Landing Home Suite Hotel
15805 SE 37th St, Bellevue, WA 98006
Tel: 425-373-1212
Fax: 425-373-1500
Website: larkspurhotels.com/Bellevue/

Catalina Apartment Community
2210 132nd Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98005
Tel: 425-746-5400
Fax: 425-650-7466
Website: catalinabellevue.com/

Legal Resources for Tenants

Last Updated April 8, 2025