Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Bellingham, WA from $500 (8 Rentals)

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The Millworks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Millworks

100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Gateway Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Lofts

202 E Holly StBellingham, WA 98225

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1118 N Forest
Studio Apartments

1118 N Forest

1118 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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The Shearwater
Studio Apartments

The Shearwater

200 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
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MARKETplace
Studio Apartments

MARKETplace

1225 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Morse Landing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morse Landing

112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225

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Central Business District, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Bellingham, WA is a Studio unit found at Gateway Lofts priced from $1,030. Forest Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gateway LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,030
Forest Hill Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,160
The DexStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, WA

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $0.84 price per square foot 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 3 x 1.5 Model at The Dex starting at $2,750 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the WWU neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stateside4x2 D24BR,2BA$0.84
The Dex3 x 1.53BR,1.5BA$2.91
40 Bellwether Way2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.56
The Sandpiper2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.04
Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Se...Studio (514-620sqft)Studio ,1BA$2.38
Forest Hill Apartments0x1Studio ,1BA$2.32
KerfStudioStudio ,1BA$3.11
The WilderS21BR,1BA$3.62
Gateway LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.94
Sky Vue3x1.5 Standard Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.96

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Central Business District, Bellingham, WA

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Bellingham, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Business District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Business District is at Gateway Lofts listed at $1,030.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment is $1,475 at The Sandpiper.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Business District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $2,050 at The Dex.

What is the most affordable Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Dex and starts from $2,430.

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