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Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, Bellingham, WA

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1200/1210 Billy Frank Jr St - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

Central Business District apartment for rent in Bellingham

1200/1210 Billy Frank Jr St

1200 1200/1210 Billy Frank Jr St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Storage

2–3 beds

1 bath

$2,525–$2,650

Apartment for rent

Southside Studio Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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11h ago

Central Business District apartment for rent in Bellingham

Southside Studio Apartments

330,340 32nd Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$1,505

Apartment for rent

Turnstone - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

9.1

Excellent

Turnstone

1020 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Elevator

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,290–$2,150

Apartment for rent

Chelsea Lofts - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

8.5

Very good

Chelsea Lofts

835 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Balcony | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,395–$1,895

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Shearwater - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.4

Excellent

Shearwater

200 E Maple St, Bellingham, WA 98225

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,295–$1,500

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Condor - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.7

Very good

Condor

203 E Laurel St, Bellingham, WA 98225

Elevator

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,325–$2,650

Apartment for rent

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Country Park - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.4

Very good

Country Park

3415-3419-3423-3427-3431 Northwest Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

Apartment for rent

Courtyard Apartments, Studios and 2 Beds, 2 Bath Units Available! - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

4d ago

8.3

Very good

Courtyard Apartments, Studios and 2 Beds, 2 Bath Units Available!

1003,1005,1007,1009 24th Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,325–$1,895

Apartment for rent

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Sandpiper - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.1

Excellent

Sandpiper

1010 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Elevator

Studio

1 bath

$1,440

Apartment for rent

South Campus Place - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

South Campus Place

2608 2600, 2604, 2608 Douglas Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225

On-site laundry | Storage | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,350–$1,775

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1304 Bay St #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Business District apartment for rent in Bellingham

High ceilings | Controlled access

Studio

1 bath

$1,150

Apartment for rent

1304 Bay St #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Central Business District apartment for rent in Bellingham

Controlled access | Oven

Studio

1 bath

$1,150

Apartment for rent

711 E Laurel St - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

Sehome house for rent in Bellingham

711 E Laurel St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

6 beds

2 baths

$4,500

House for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $4500.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenant responsible for garbage/recycling, electricity, water/sewer, and cable/internet. Owner pays landscaping. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($1125.00). 2) Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. 3)

1201 N Garden St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

1201 N Garden St

1201 N Garden St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

6 beds

2 baths

$6,000

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $6000.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenants pays 35% of total electric for building, 35% of total gas for building, and cable/internet. Owner pays water/sewer, garbage/recycling, and lawn care. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($1500.00). 2) Once the lease is signed: t

1205 N Garden St - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

Sehome apartment for rent in Bellingham

1205 N Garden St

1205 N Garden St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

1 bath

$2,525–$2,575

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $2575.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenant pays electricity and cable/internet. Owner pays water/sewer, garbage/recycling, and lawn care. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($643.75). 2) Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. 3) Prior to l

3 & 4 Bedroom Units Just Steps from WWU - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.1

Excellent

3 & 4 Bedroom Units Just Steps from WWU

801 N Garden St, Bellingham, WA 98225

On-site laundry | Outdoor space

4 beds

1 bath

$3,200

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent $3200. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. ***FLEXIBLE MOVE-IN DATE*** UTILITIES: Tenants pay split gas, split water/sewer, electric, garbage/recycling and cable/internet. Gas heating. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit. Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. Prior to

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1111 N Forest St - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

Sehome apartment for rent in Bellingham

1111 N Forest St

1111 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Oven

3 beds

1 bath

$2,450

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $2450.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenant pays electricity and internet. Owner pays water/sewer and garbage/recycling. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($612.50). 2) Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. 3) Prior to lease start date: t

1122/1124 N Forest St - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

9.4

Excellent

1122/1124 N Forest St

1124 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Storage

3–6 beds

1–2 baths

$2,200–$5,500

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $5,500.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenant pays Electric and Cable/Internet. Owner pays Garbage/Recycling, Water/Sewer, and Landscaping. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($1,375.00). 2) Once the lease is signed: tenants pay the prorated first month's rent. 3) Prior t

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1020 N Garden St - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

Sehome apartment for rent in Bellingham

1020 N Garden St

1020 N Garden St, Bellingham, WA 98225

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Oven

5 beds

2 baths

$4,650

Apartment for rent

Description

LEASE DETAILS: Rent is $4,650.00/month. Lease Term is 1 yr. No smoking, no pets. ESAs approved with proper documentation. See ESA page on our website for more details. Tenants must have renters insurance for the lease term. UTILITIES: Tenants pay 50% of the electric and 40% of the gas for the building, and cable and internet. Owner pays water/sewer, garbage/recycling, landscaping and lawn care. DEPOSITS, FEES, & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1) To reserve a unit: tenants must pay a NON-REFUNDABLE holding fee, which is 25% of the security deposit ($1162.50). 2) Once the lease is sig

511 E. Chestnut Street - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

6h ago

8.9

Very good

511 E. Chestnut Street

511 E Chestnut St, Bellingham, WA 98225

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,695

Apartment for rent

Description

This beautiful Victorian home is full of detail with built in bookshelves and other charming features! Enjoy the wooden floors and the 1920s architecture. Centrally located between downtown Bellingham, WWU with easy access to bus line, amazing eateries and shopping. Building features a large yard with a deck overlooking the neighborhood and on-site laundry. Water, sewer, garbage and landscaping included in rental price. This home comes with TWO Off-Street parking spots! Tenants are responsible for setting up gas and electricity into their name. View our 3D tour now, copy

814 High Street - Photo 1 of 1

10h ago

Sehome apartment for rent in Bellingham

814 High Street

814 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

1 bath

$2,695

Apartment for rent

Description

Gorgeous water views of Bellingham Bay this 3-bedroom 1 bath is in walking distance of WWU, has hardwood floors throughout, a good-sized kitchen, and oversize windows. Coin operated on-site laundry. Tenants are responsible for setting up electric and garbage under their name. Tenant is responsible for water/sewer which will be directly posted to your tenant ledger. Tenant is responsible for setting up garbage and electricity into their name. One small pet possible upon approval, 2% of rent rounded down to nearest 0 or 5, capped at $50. Parking is 1 single stall, tandem (2

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Viking Suites - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

2d ago

9.2

Excellent

Viking Suites

1471 Moore St, Bellingham, WA 98229

On-site laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$1,825–$1,895

Apartment for rent

Description

Welcome to The Viking Suites Apartments, where space, comfort, and a great location come together. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment offers a spacious layout that works well for families, roommates, or anyone who needs a little extra room to live comfortably. Enjoy apartment living in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. Each apartment includes a private balcony, perfect for getting some fresh air, along with an extra storage closet. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and oven. The property is

Samish Flats  Luxury Apartment Homes! - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

16h ago

9.1

Excellent

Samish Flats Luxury Apartment Homes!

3613 Consolidation Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Elevator

2–3 beds

2 baths

$1,950–$2,550

Apartment for rent

Description

Welcome to our pet-friendly community! We are conveniently located just moments away from fantastic eateries, shops, stunning parks, and beautiful Bellingham Bay. Easy access to Downtown Bellingham, bus lines, I-5, and Western Washington University makes this an ideal location! All units are fully equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and in-unit washer and dryer. Tenants are responsible for water, sewer, and garbage, which will be directly posted to your tenant ledger. Tenants are also responsible for setting up electric into their name. Each

1060 York Street - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

8.4

Very good

1060 York Street

1060 York St, Bellingham, WA 98229

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,650

Apartment for rent

Description

Enjoy budget-friendly living in the desirable Puget Neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is just steps from Lakeway Shopping Center, Civic Field, Fred Meyer, parks, and restaurants, with easy access to bus lines and I-5 for stress-free commuting. Everything you need is within reach—shopping, dining, and downtown Bellingham are all nearby! This unit offers great value with on-site laundry, a fully equipped kitchen (refrigerator, stove, oven, garbage disposal, and dishwasher), and one assigned parking space included. Tenants set up electricity in their name. Affor

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Updated: February 21, 2026

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Central Business District, Bellingham apartment availability

Central Business District in Bellingham offers a strong selection of rental listings, with an average of 55 rentals available each month. The majority of rentals are studios and 1-bedroom apartments, making it an ideal location for singles and couples. Many apartments in the area feature modern amenities, including dishwashers, in-unit laundry, and elevators, which are available in over 50% of the apartments. With its convenient downtown location, Central Business District is an attractive option for those looking for easy access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment.

Central Business District, Bellingham rental market trends

Central Business District in Bellingham is experiencing a unique rental market trend. The average monthly rent across all property types has decreased by 1.3% year-over-year, averaging $1,487 in 2024. However, this overall decline masks varying trends across different bedroom counts. 1-bedrooms have seen a modest 1.7% increase to $1,476, while 2-bedrooms have jumped 8.7% to $1,991. In contrast, 3-bedrooms have decreased by 3.4% to $2,190. Studios have also seen a notable 7.6% increase to $1,333.

The most expensive month to rent in Central Business District is March, with prices 8.9% higher than the lowest month, May. Renters looking for a deal may want to consider searching in May, when prices are relatively lower. Overall, the Central Business District's rental market is characterized by a mix of increases and decreases, making it essential for renters to carefully consider their options.

Why Central Business District, Bellingham is a great place to live

We've analyzed data from the Central Business District in Bellingham to understand what makes it an attractive neighborhood for renters. Our findings indicate that the area is particularly well-suited for those who value a vibrant social life.

With a diverse neighborhood population and age distribution, there's a strong sense of community in the Central Business District. The area's excellent transit frequency and variety of transportation options make it easy to get around and connect with others. Additionally, the neighborhood's safety record and well-maintained street infrastructure contribute to a pleasant and worry-free living experience. Overall, the Central Business District is an excellent choice for renters seeking an active and engaging social life.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

Central Business District Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Central Business District, WA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Central Business District is 355 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Central Business District is 674 square feet.

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To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Central Business District average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in Central Business District, Bellingham, WA?

Studio apartments are the most common type of rentals in Central Business District, Bellingham, WA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Central Business District, Bellingham, WA?

2 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Central Business District, Bellingham, WA right now.

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