519 N Garden St
BellinghamWA98225
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Downtown Bellingham, Bellingham, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bellingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bellingham Studio Apartments | $1,518 | $1,250 | $1,828 |
| Downtown Bellingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $800 | $2,800 |
| Downtown Bellingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,133 | $3,575 |
| Downtown Bellingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $1,076 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Bellingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $899 | $3,740 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 4 Beds unit found at The Wilder priced from $1,026. Gateway Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bellingham apartments for rent in Bellingham, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wilder | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $1,026 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Maritime Heritage | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Dex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Fairhaven Plaza | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bellingham, WA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bellingham 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 Downtown Bellingham apartment is the Nova Model at Parkside starting at $2,375 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Birchwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Parkside | Nova | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
| Monterra Apartments | Renovated 2-Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Weatherby | 1 Bed+Den/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 813 Billy Frank Jr. St | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Maritime Heritage | Studio (514-620sqft) | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| Sophia Place Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| Park Place Apartments | Open 1 ( Studio + Den) | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
| Kerf | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Bellingham, Bellingham, WA
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Getting Around the Downtown Bellingham Neighborhood in Bellingham, WA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bellingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Bellingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Bellingham is under $1,775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bellingham?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bellingham is The Wilder which is listed at $1,402, while the average apartment in Downtown Bellingham costs $5,025.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Bellingham?
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 13 regular apartments in Downtown Bellingham 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 Downtown Bellingham?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bellingham have an average cost of $391 which is $4,634 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bellingham.
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