Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Bellingham, WA from $500 (4 Rentals)
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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 |
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Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,532 | $1,350 | $1,725 |
Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $1,395 | $1,725 |
Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $1,595 | $3,250 |
Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $800 | $2,590 |
Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $913 | $800 | $1,039 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, WA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $0.76 price per square foot 4x2 - By the Bedroom Model at University Heights in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $835. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 2 BD/2 Bath Model at Briarwood Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $2.18 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. |
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University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
Briarwood Apartments | 2 BD/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
2119 Eldridge Ave, Unit 2 | 2119 Eldridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Forest Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Maritime Heritage | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
Kerf | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
Bell Mall Villa 2 | 1-Bed 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Business District, Bellingham, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Business District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Business District is at Gateway Lofts listed at $1,030.
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 $1,725 at Kerf.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Business District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $1,625 at Village on the Green Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Dex and starts from $2,400.
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