
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Bellingham Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $1,400 (5 Rentals)
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Downtown Bellingham, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Bellingham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Bellingham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,223 | $1,800 | $2,500 |
Downtown Bellingham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,311 | $2,350 | $5,000 |
Downtown Bellingham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,132 | $2,900 | $3,200 |
Downtown Bellingham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,120 | $3,900 | $4,800 |
Downtown Bellingham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,733 | $4,450 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bellingham Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bellingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bellingham area of Bellingham, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Calypso at Samish Hill priced from $1,095. Samish Station III has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bellingham apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Calypso at Samish Hill | Room for Rent | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Samish Station III | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
The Sandpiper | Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bellingham, WA
As of August 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bellingham area is the $2.06 price per square foot 4BR/3.0BA Model at Blueberry Tri-Plex in the in the Puget neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Downtown Bellingham 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 Downtown Bellingham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Blueberry Tri-Plex | 4BR/3.0BA | 4BR,3BA | $2.06 |
Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.69 |
Broadway Apartments | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.36 |
813 Billy Frank Jr. St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
Monterra Apartments | Renovated 1-Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Kerf Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
The Sandpiper | Studio/1BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
Samish Station III | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
Sky Vue | 3x1.5 Standard Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
The Calypso at Samish Hill | Room for Rent | 1BR,1BA | $7.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Bellingham
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Bellingham?
There are currently 127 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bellingham, WA with pricing that ranges from $769 to $4,900. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Bellingham ranging from $1,450 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Bellingham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Bellingham ranges from $1,450 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,197.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Bellingham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Bellingham range from $1,129 to $2,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $769.
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