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The Dex
904 E Chestnut StBellingham, WA 98225
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Bellingham, WA from $500 (43 Rentals)
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2200 J St
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The Sandpiper
1010 Railroad AveBellingham, WA 98225
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$1,495 - $2,695Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 22
Ironworks at Old Town
711 Astor StBellingham, WA 98225
821 Billy Frank Jr. St
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1107 High St
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924 Billy Frank Jr. St
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Bella Mar
839 N State StBellingham, WA 98225
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1001 N State St
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1513 E StBellingham, WA 98225
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1217 Billy Frank Jr. St
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826 N Garden St
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2517 Vallette St, Unit 101, Unit 101
2517 Vallette St
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1021 High St
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519 N Forest St
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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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Gateway Lofts
202 E Holly StBellingham, WA 98225
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1118 N Forest
1118 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
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625 N Garden St
BellinghamWA98225
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Morse Landing
112 E Maple StBellingham, WA 98225
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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
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Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry!
1818 D StBellingham, WA 98225
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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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1100 N. Forest Street
1100 N Forest StBellingham, WA 98225
1015 Railroad Ave
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Purnell House
1306 W North StBellingham, WA 98225
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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 | $1,546 | $1,350 | $1,680 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,400 | $2,095 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,279 | $3,051 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,109 | $3,100 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $769 | $3,800 |
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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 $1,000. 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 | $1,000 |
| The Sandpiper | Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,405 |
| Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry! | 4th Floor Studio (429-456sqft.) | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
| 605 N Garden | 5BR/2.0BA | 5BR,2BA | $3,985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, WA
As of April 23, 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 D4 Model at The Wilder starting at $900 with a $0.67 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 |
| The Wilder | D4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.67 |
| The Sandpiper | Studio/1BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
| Luxurious Studios with Rooftop Deck and Secured Entry! | 4th Floor Studio (429-456sqft.) | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
| Stateside | 0x1 S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Business District is under $3,985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is The Sandpiper which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $5,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 20 regular apartments in Central Business District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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