1513 E Street

Lettered Streets sits just north of downtown Bellingham, with a compact grid of residential blocks near Bellingham Bay and the waterfront. Its mild, rainy maritime climate brings green surroundings through much of the year. Historic homes and the nearby Whatcom Museum give the area a strong sense of local history, while Elizabeth Park offers lawns, mature trees, and a playground. Downtown cafés, restaurants, shops, galleries, and evening venues are close by, with waterfront paths adding room for a walk or bike ride; the area’s sidewalks and street grid make many local errands manageable on foot. Buses connect the neighborhood with other parts of Bellingham, and regional roads provide routes beyond the city. For Lettered Streets, the median rent is $1,695 per month, with a typical range of $1,100 to $3,400, based on 16 active listings.