
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lettered Streets Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA from $500 (33 Rentals)
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The Sandpiper

Ironworks at Old Town

Bella Mar Apartments

421-423 Gladstone St

1517 Franklin St

1525 Humboldt St

2924 Moore St
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2500 Dean Ave

1217 Billy Frank Jr. St

1247 Franklin St

912 Alabama St

2904 Lincoln St

The Millworks

1118 N Forest

Gateway Lofts
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Morse Landing

MARKETplace

Purnell

The Shearwater

The Leopold Apartments

The Turnstone

Maritime Heritage

1100 N. Forest Street
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Park Terrace Apartments

1500 E Victor St

804 Connecticut St

Viking Suites

1119 N Forest St

Purnell House

1306 W North St

2915 Ellis St
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1441 James St
Lettered Streets, Bellingham, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lettered Streets?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lettered Streets Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $1,350 | $1,650 |
| Lettered Streets 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,550 | $2,100 |
| Lettered Streets 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,305 | $1,900 | $2,500 |
| Lettered Streets 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $1,109 | $4,800 |
| Lettered Streets 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $769 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lettered Streets Neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.
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Cheapest Available Lettered Streets Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lettered Streets area of Bellingham, WA is a Studio unit found at Gateway Lofts priced from $1,225. Maritime Heritage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Lettered Streets apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Maritime Heritage | Studio (429-456sqft.) | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Sandpiper | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Viking Suites | Type C- 3 BD | 3BR,2BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lettered Streets, WA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lettered Streets area is the $0.69 price per square foot 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Lettered Streets apartment is the Type C- 3 BD Model at Viking Suites starting at $1,895 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Puget neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lettered Streets apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Viking Suites | Type C- 3 BD | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| The Sandpiper | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Maritime Heritage | Studio (380-424sqft.) | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lettered Streets Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lettered Streets?
The cheapest apartment in Lettered Streets is The Sandpiper which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Lettered Streets costs $4,700.
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