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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 | $1,551 | $1,350 | $1,750 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $800 | $2,095 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $1,133 | $3,480 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $800 | $3,150 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $800 | $3,450 |
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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 4 Beds unit found at Taylor Heights priced from $825. The Wilder has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,026. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $825 |
| The Wilder | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $1,026 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, WA
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4x2 D2 Model at Stateside in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $1,015. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 4x2 - By the Bedroom Model at University Heights starting at $835 with a $0.76 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| The Dex | 4 x 1 | 4BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 40 Bellwether Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Maritime Heritage | Studio (514-620sqft) | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| Kerf | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Wilder | S2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
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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 $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is The Wilder which is listed at $1,402, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $1,850.
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 19 regular apartments in Central Business District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Business District?
Cheap apartments in Central Business District have an average cost of $587 which is $1,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Business District.
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