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$1,225 - $3,000Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
The Dex
904 E Chestnut StBellingham, WA 98225
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Bellingham, WA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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$1,350Studio Apartments Available Aug 9
1513 E Street
1513 E StBellingham, WA 98225
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The Sandpiper
1010 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
1107 High St
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$1,450 - $2,475Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 22
Ironworks at Old Town
711 Astor StBellingham, WA 98225
2601 Patton St
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1447 Ellis St
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924 Billy Frank Jr. St
BellinghamWA98225
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$1,680 - $2,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 14
Bella Mar
839 N State StBellingham, WA 98225
2726 Eldridge Ave, Unit 1
2726 Eldridge Ave
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1901 G St
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616 N State St
BellinghamWA98225
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810 Irving St, Unit 810 Irving
810 Irving StBellingham, WA 98225
2420 E St
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3426 Abbott St
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1024 Billy Frank Jr. St, Unit 301
1024 Billy Frank Jr. St
BellinghamWA98225
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Millworks
100 W Laurel StBellingham, WA 98225
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Forest Hill Apartments
701-703 N ForestBellingham, WA 98225
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1118 N Forest
1118 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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Gateway Lofts
202 E Holly StBellingham, WA 98225
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Morse Landing
112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
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MARKETplace
1225 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Purnell
2603 Elm StBellingham, WA 98225
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The Shearwater
200 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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The Leopold Apartments
1224 Cornwall AveBellingham, WA 98225
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The Turnstone
1020 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry!
1818 D StBellingham, WA 98225
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1100 N. Forest Street
1100 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
901 N Forest St
BellinghamWA98225
1015 Railroad Ave
BellinghamWA98225
1119 N Forest St
BellinghamWA98225
1207 Jersey St
BellinghamWA98225
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Central Business District, Bellingham, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,482 | $1,225 | $1,680 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,380 | $2,100 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,342 | $1,625 | $4,587 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,109 | $3,000 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $972 | $769 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Bellingham, WA is a 3 Beds unit found at Forest Hill Apartments priced from $845. Gateway Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $845 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Sandpiper | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry! | Two Bedroom (903sqft) | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 605 N Garden | 5BR/2.0BA | 5BR,2BA | $4,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, WA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside starting at $799 with a $0.69 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.56 |
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry! | Two Bedroom (903sqft) | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| The Sandpiper | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
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 $1,550 at The Sandpiper.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $2,350 at Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry!.
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