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(757) 699-1837
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100 Runaway Bay Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

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Runaway Bay Apartments

100 Runaway Bay Dr
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
(757) 699-1837
Runaway Bay Apartments in Virginia Beach, VA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,585-$2,825 Total Monthly Price
    3 Month Lease Term

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,470 - $2,710
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,585 - $2,825
  • 680–934 Square Feet

About Runaway Bay Apartments

Runaway Bay Apartments sets the tone for exceptional living with a massive resort-style pool, lighted tennis courts, and beautifully designed interiors. Choose from spacious one- and two-bedroom layouts featuring modern kitchens and private patios that make home your favorite place to be. Enjoy a full suite of amenities, including a sparkling pool, plush community clubhouse, sand volleyball court, fully equipped fitness center, multi-purpose business center, dog park, and playground. Surrounded by manicured grounds, Runaway Bay puts you close to endless shopping, dining, entertainment, and nightlife. Conveniently located off I-264 and Virginia Beach Blvd, our Virginia Beach apartments near Norfolk offer unbeatable accessibility.

Runaway Bay Apartments is located in the North Central Neighborhood and 23452 Zip code of Virginia Beach, VA. This community is professionally managed by Harbor Group Management Co LLC

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 1st Floor
  • 24-Hr Emergency Maintenance
  • 2nd Floor
  • 3rd Floor
  • ADA / Handicap Accessible
  • Bay Window
  • Black Appliances
  • Business Center Equipped with Computers and WiFi
  • Diamond Upgrade
  • Garage & Covered Parking Available
  • Gold Upgrade
  • HarborFit 24-Hr Fitness Center with Free Weights
  • Hearth Fireplace
  • Includes Den
  • Lighted Tennis Court
  • Nest Thermostat
  • New Carpet
  • NEW Outdoor Fitness Park
  • New Washer
  • Pet Friendly
  • Playscape, Leash Free, Fenced-In Bark Park
  • Resident Car Spa
  • Sapphire Upgrade
  • Scenic View
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Sparkling Outdoor Swimming Pool with Sundeck
  • Stainless Steel Appliance
  • Washer & Dryer Included

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday1:00 pm–5:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Runaway Bay Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,585 and having 680–934 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Chesapeake Bay

    From $1,840

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,725 - $2,380
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,840 - $2,495
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,855Available Now108680
    $1,845 September 4, 20260108680
    $1,840 September 9, 2026304680
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,840 - $2,495Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,725 - $2,380
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,840 - $2,450 Total Monthly Price

    Unit 108 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Gold Upgrade
    • Hearth Fireplace

    Unit 108 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,855Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,740 - $2,310
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,840 - $2,495Total Monthly Price

    Unit 0108 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Gold Upgrade

    Unit 0108 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,845Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,730 - $2,335
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,840 - $2,495Total Monthly Price

    Unit 304 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 3rd Floor
    • Gold Upgrade
    • Hearth Fireplace

    Unit 304 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,840Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,725 - $2,330
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,840 - $2,495Total Monthly Price

    Chesapeake Bay Sapphire

    From $1,980

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,865 - $2,435
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,980 - $2,550
    Available Aug 19

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,980 August 19, 2026308680
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Unit 308 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 3rd Floor
    • Sapphire Upgrade

    Unit 308 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,980Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,865 - $2,435
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,980 - $2,550Total Monthly Price

    Cape Cod Sapphire

    From $2,055

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 798 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,940 - $2,575
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,055 - $2,690
    Available Aug 25

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,055 August 25, 2026202798
    $2,105 October 2, 2026212798
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,055 - $2,690Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,940 - $2,575
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Unit 202 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 2nd Floor
    • Hearth Fireplace
    • Includes Den
    • Sapphire Upgrade

    Unit 202 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,055Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,940 - $2,545
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,055 - $2,690Total Monthly Price

    Unit 212 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Bay Window

    Unique Features

    • 2nd Floor
    • Hearth Fireplace
    • Includes Den
    • Sapphire Upgrade

    Unit 212 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,105Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,990 - $2,575
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,055 - $2,690Total Monthly Price

    Chesapeake Bay Diamond

    From $2,030

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,915 - $2,520
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,030 - $2,635
    Available Sep 3

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,030 September 3, 2026209680
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Unit 209 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Bay Window

    Unique Features

    • 2nd Floor
    • Diamond Upgrade

    Unit 209 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,030Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,915 - $2,520
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,030 - $2,635Total Monthly Price

    Cape Cod

    From $1,970

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 798 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,855 - $2,440
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,970 - $2,555
    Available Oct 10

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,970 October 10, 2026112798
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Unit 112 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Gold Upgrade
    • Hearth Fireplace
    • Includes Den

    Unit 112 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,970Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,855 - $2,440
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,970 - $2,555Total Monthly Price

    Chesapeake Bay Gold

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,585Call for AvailabilityChesapeake Bay Gold680 sq ft
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,585 - $2,430Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,470 - $2,315
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Cape Cod Diamond

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 798 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,970Call for AvailabilityCape Cod Diamond798 sq ft
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,970 - $2,390Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,855 - $2,275
      Required Monthly Fees: $115
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Bristol Bay Diamond

    From $2,050

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 934 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,935 - $2,710
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,050 - $2,825
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,050Available Now0210934
    $2,075Available Now105934
    $2,075 September 1, 20260103934
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,050 - $2,825Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,935 - $2,710
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,050 - $2,805 Total Monthly Price

    Unit 0210 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 2nd Floor
    • Diamond Upgrade
    • Stainless Steel Appliance

    Unit 0210 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,050Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,935 - $2,665
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,050 - $2,825Total Monthly Price

    Unit 105 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Diamond Upgrade

    Unit 105 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,075Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,960 - $2,690
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,050 - $2,825Total Monthly Price

    Unit 0103 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Diamond Upgrade
    • Stainless Steel Appliance

    Unit 0103 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,075Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,960 - $2,685
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,050 - $2,825Total Monthly Price

    Bristol Bay

    From $1,825

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 934 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,710 - $2,490
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,825 - $2,605
    Available Aug 18
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,835 August 18, 2026310934
    $1,860 October 2, 20260101934
    $1,835 October 2, 2026305934
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,825 - $2,605Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,710 - $2,490
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,835 - $2,585 Total Monthly Price

    Unit 310 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 3rd Floor
    • Gold Upgrade

    Unit 310 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,835Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,720 - $2,450
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,825 - $2,605Total Monthly Price

    Unit 0101 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Gold Upgrade
    • Hearth Fireplace

    Unit 0101 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,860Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,745 - $2,470
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,825 - $2,605Total Monthly Price

    Unit 305 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unique Features

    • 3rd Floor
    • Gold Upgrade

    Unit 305 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,835Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,720 - $2,445
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,825 - $2,605Total Monthly Price

    Bristol Bay Sapphire

    From $1,995

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 934 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,880 - $2,615
    Required Monthly Fees
    $115

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,995 - $2,730
    Available Sep 22

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,025 September 22, 2026111934
    $1,995 September 25, 2026111934
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,995 - $2,730Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,880 - $2,615
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Unit 111 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Hearth Fireplace
    • Sapphire Upgrade

    Unit 111 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $2,025Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,910 - $2,615
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,995 - $2,730Total Monthly Price

    Unit 111 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • 1st Floor
    • Sapphire Upgrade

    Unit 111 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • From $1,995Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,880 - $2,605
      Required Monthly Fees: $115

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,995 - $2,730Total Monthly Price

    Bristol Bay Gold

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 934 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,725Call for AvailabilityBristol Bay Gold934 sq ft
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $1,725 - $2,520Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,610 - $2,405
      Required Monthly Fees: $115
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • Renovated In 2020
  • 440 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1984

Lease Terms

  • 2 - 12 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged Per Resident.$350.00
Security DepositiCharged per unit.$500.00
Deposit Alternatives AvailableiCharged per unit.Varies

Utilities

Utility - Water/SeweriCharged Per Unit.Usage-Based/mo
Utility - Billing Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit.$4.80/mo
Common Area AmenityiCharged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Valet TrashiCharged Per Unit.$35.00/mo
Common Area ElectriciCharged per unit.Varies/mo
Connectivity FeeiCharged per unit.$70.00/mo
Trash RemovaliCharged per unit.$5.00/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Personal Add-Ons

Renter's InsuranceiCharged Per Resident.$18.75/mo

Situational Fees

Late FeeiOn the 2nd Charged Per Occurrence.10.0% of base rent/per occurrence
Non-Sufficient FundsiCharged per unit.$50.00/per occurrence

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$65.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Restrictions:

A pet profile (with PetScreening.com) and agreement for each pet required.Maximum of three pets per apartment home.No breed restrictions or weight limits.Applicable fees or deposits must be paid in full prior to the addition of a pet to your home.Animals not typically found in households including but not limited to monkeys, large birds, farm animals, squirrels, and large snakes and large lizards are prohibited. Aquariums over 15 gallons are also prohibited.

Comments:

Max of 3.

Dog
Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$65.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Restrictions:

A pet profile (with PetScreening.com) and agreement for each pet required.Maximum of three pets per apartment home.No breed restrictions or weight limits.Applicable fees or deposits must be paid in full prior to the addition of a pet to your home.Animals not typically found in households including but not limited to monkeys, large birds, farm animals, squirrels, and large snakes and large lizards are prohibited. Aquariums over 15 gallons are also prohibited.

Comments:

Max of 3.

Parking Fees

Covered
Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Vehicle.$50.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1. Covered Parking Optional for Small Monthly Fee.

Garage
Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Vehicle.$195.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1. Garage Parking Optional for Small Monthly Fee.

Surface Lot
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$60.00/mo
Comments:

Parking Unres 2.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Car Wash Area

Community Features

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Tennis Court
  • Playground
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Living Area Features

  • Bay Window
  • Hardwood Floors
Google Map

Map

100 Runaway Bay Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Getting Around

  • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 10 / 100 Minimal public transit

    Few or no transit options

  • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 70 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 40 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within a few minutes

  • 50 / 100 Parks

    Moderate amount of park space nearby

  • 100 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Runaway Bay Apartments

Where is Runaway Bay Apartments located?

Runaway Bay Apartments is located at 100 Runaway Bay Dr near the North Central area of Virginia Beach, VA

What is the current rent range at Runaway Bay Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Runaway Bay Apartments currently range from $1,585 to $2,825

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Runaway Bay Apartments are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 1:00 pm–5:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.5
29 Renters Reviews

The office crew is Amazing

July 19, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
My place is beautiful and clean I’m greatly impressed

Property Manager Responded

July 23, 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We take great pride in keeping our place beautiful and clean for our customers. We are pleased to hear that you were impressed. Thank you for choosing us!

Great Staff

May 19, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
The staff is super helpful. I applied and moved in same day.

Property Manager Responded

May 26, 2026
Thank you for the fantastic review! Our team strives to make the move-in process as smooth as possible. We're thrilled to hear we could assist you quickly and efficiently. We appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your new space! #happytohelp #same-daymovein

RUN AWAY! LITERALLY!

March 12, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com
If you are considering moving to this place, especially if you are military, do yourself a favor and RUN the other way. This has been one of the worst apartment experiences I have ever seen. Everything about this complex feels moneyhungry, poorly managed, and completely disrespectful to tenants. First of all, the apartments are ridiculously small for the price they charge. For the amount of rent they expect you to pay, you could easily find much nicer apartments with better amenities somewhere ...
else. The units are outdated and poorly maintained fixtures look worn down and cheap. They don’t provide basic things that many complexes include, like microwaves or ceiling fans, and the buildings don’t have elevators, which makes moving and everyday life unnecessarily difficult. The maintenance response time is terrible. Requests sit forever before anyone shows up, if they show up at all. On top of that, there have been multiple incidents of cars being broken into in the parking lot—windows shattered and vehicles vandalized. Security is clearly not a priority here, which makes residents feel unsafe. Another huge issue is how unprofessional and rude the leasing office staff can be. Instead of helping tenants, they come across as dismissive and focused only on squeezing as much money out of people as possible. And speaking of money—this place is full of random fees. They charge $15 for visitor passes, which is ridiculous. There are extra charges for all kinds of things that should honestly just be part of normal apartment living.The most frustrating part is how unfriendly they are toward military members. Even with military orders, they make people jump through hoops and still try to keep them locked into leases for as long as possible. My friend was told they couldn’t get out despite having orders, which is completely unreasonable and shows exactly where their priorities are: money, not people. To make matters worse, there have been roach issues, which is the last thing anyone wants to deal with when paying the kind of rent they charge. Overall, the entire place feels run-down, poorly managed, and focused only on collecting fees and rent rather than providing a decent place to live. If you value your money, your peace of mind, and basic living standards, you should seriously look somewhere else. There are far better apartments in the area that actually respect their tenants. Military members especially: please steer clear of this place.
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Property Manager Responded

March 19, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m sorry to hear about your experience, and I would truly appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly so I can better understand your concerns. I was unable to locate your information in our system, so I’m not able to verify your unit style or history, but I’m happy to assist once I can identify your account. We do offer upgraded Diamond units that include additional features such as microwaves. While our community does not have elevators, we also do not advertise or show any apartment homes that would indicate elevator access, as we want expectations to be clear prior to move-in. Regarding maintenance, some repairs can experience delays when parts need to be ordered or when suppliers are backlogged. Our team completes requests in the order they are received in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines, with priority given to emergency or high-severity issues. Our goal is always to address each ticket within 24–48 hours ...
whenever possible. Visitor parking passes are also outlined in the lease in several sections, and the $5 daily pass fee applies to all visitors to help ensure parking availability and accountability within the community. We value and appreciate our military residents, and we strictly follow the SCRA and the military clause in the lease. If there is any confusion or if you’d like a detailed explanation, I would be more than happy to walk through it with you. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at runawaybay@harborgroupmanagement.com so we can discuss your concerns further. Your feedback is important, and I’d like to ensure we address everything thoroughly.

Amazing staff and great living space

November 18, 2024 - Review from Apartments.com
I just moved in Saturday and by far amazing place. Everything works smoothly and is up to date. I would definitely recommend to friends and family members. I’m very satisfied and thankful.

Property Manager Responded

November 21, 2024
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at Runaway Bay. We're happy we could meet your expectations! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

Good luck sleeping here.

December 3, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com
Absolutely terrible floors. You hear everything and the creaks just from walking. If you’re not on a top floor, you won’t ever even be able to sit in your own living room peacefully.

Property Manager Responded

December 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback. We want you to feel comfortable in your home so if you believe your neighbors are violating our community policies, please let us know directly. I would love to discuss this but I will need to know where you live and have you report it to the office so we can address it. We hope to talk with you soon.

NEVER EVER LIVE HERE

October 25, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com
The name says it all. RUNAWAY. Complete slum, buildings are beyond repair, they refuse to do the bare minimum such as clearing out dryer vents so you don’t have to dry clothes for 6 plus cycles (put in 3 separate maintenance requests in the 10 months I was there) thanks for the extra utility bills I truly enjoyed spending half a day drying anything. there were 2 shootings in front of my building in the first 3 months I was there. I had the renovated unit, it is slapping lip stick on a pig. They ...
nickel and dime you for everything. INSANELY over priced especially considering the quality. My balcony was detached from the building when I moved in which if you look around is not a surprise. All of the wood is dry rotted and decayed every where, to an unsafe condition. I moved out the very second my 10 month lease was up after considering just abandoning the lease as it was less than acceptable. I moved out the same time the neighbor below me moved Out as we could not “runaway” fast enough, other neighbors remarked they were jealous! Windows you have to use a screw driver to get to close all the way and can still hear a whisper outside. Valet trash pick up is spotty at best, engines revving for hours on end at all hours of the night. I could go on about what a disaster this place is. Hands down the Worst place I have rented across multiple states in my entire life and not even close. I am not one to post a negative review typically but I could not in good faith not warn others. It is a complete dump. Do not under any circumstances rent at this slum. High crime, high prices, low quality, cheap management and the most ridiculously low quality buildings you will find. Rented a 2 br townhouse a few streets away for less than what I was paying there. I’m sure their response will be “it is fairly priced compared to the market” it is not, you could make something out of legos with higher quality. Do not make the same mistake I did or the countless other residents who leave the second their lease is up. You will see a lot full of uhauls on a Saturday for a reason, they are RUNNING away from runaway bay.
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Property Manager Responded

October 27, 2023
We apologize that your experience with our community has been anything less than exceptional. Our team is committed to providing stellar service to all who walk through our doors and we are sorry to learn that we fell short of your expectations. Thank you for bringing items to our attention. We have completed a full property dryer vent cleaning to help ensure we keep the air flowing correctly. We have replaced numerous stairs, balconies, and wooded area around the property as fast as we can to ensure safety for our residents. I would love to address the revving cars as sadly the office is not open past 6:00PM, we do rely on the community to bring those issues to the office and inform us of which unit is causing the disturbance. I have looked up this information and can not find a record, I would be more than happy to discuss this further with you to avoid future residents to have to endure this. We will most certainly use your comments to refine our efforts to ensure these issue do not ...
happen again

DO NOT LIVE HERE!!!

October 20, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
By far the WORST APARTMENT I have ever lived at!! They charge this "low" base rent to appear attractive to people but then find ALL kinds of ways to add fees to your bill. They charge for trash pick up whether you want it or not and they have the worst trash system after with trash ALL OVER THE PLACE. They charge for pest control but apartments have roaches there like they pay rent too! The visitor parking is a whole other thing. $5 per evening/night if someone is there after 6pm or else they get ...
towed. $50 per month to have a permanent decal. The one for my car get damaged trying to remove it when I got a different car and then I was billed another $30 per month to have it replaced, PER MONTH! Then billed for it again AFTER I Ieft to go live somewhere else because I didn't give them the damaged one. The place stinks ALL the time. They quote its non smoking but weed and smoking dwells there like crazy. My last might when I left had 3 water bills for some reason and another set of fees appearing like I didn't pay them before. They are extremely opportunistic and I would never suggest anyone every live here. The apartments look NOTHING like what they advertise and nothing about them are "updated" This "new" management staff is the worst and so are their policies. Its all a pile of crap! I wanted to leave the very first week I was there!!! My final bill had 3 water bills that were each double the charge of what I pay now for a two bedroom apartment when it's only a 1 bedroom and I have a way bigger and nicer apartment. The have it all thrown into their leases to protect themselves but I fell for it due to timing and but doing my due diligence. DO NOT DO IT!!! There are better places to live for the money!!
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Property Manager Responded

October 21, 2022
Mr. Forbes, we try our best to prepare residents for potential fees in advance of moving out. Ultimately, additional charges are dependent upon the condition of various spaces/ items in your home which are more readily identified after move out. A parking policy is signed by each resident informing them of all rules upfront. The rules are explained in various places to avoid misunderstandings and signed by you the resident. We are not a non-smoking community and it is not advertised as such. While I also understand your frustration as far as Marijuana is concerned we follow all local laws. Your water is billed in the rears as explained in numerous places as well. We do offer weekly pest control services and anytime a resident needs service we are more than happy to add them to the list. If you have any further issues please reach out to the rental office and we would gladly assist.

Awesome

July 7, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
Great experience! Love the staff and my neighbors. The apartments and grounds are well kept, and there is plenty of parking for residents and guest. The location is centralized to all of my needs which is a huge plus! Love that dog are welcome and enjoyed.

Property Manager Responded

August 12, 2022
Hi Friend! we are thrilled to have you as part of the Runaway Bay family! Thank you for sharing your kind words with us. It means the world to us and to our entire team!

Great place!

July 7, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
I love it here. Jessica the property manager is always there for her residents she keeps everything in order and my overall experience has been a 10 out of 10. This community is absolutely what I needed and are in a great area. The maintenance and office staff are always friendly and quick to respond if any issues arise. I have loved my time here and will always recommend it to others.

Property Manager Responded

August 12, 2022
Thanks a bunch for sharing this high rating of our community! It's nice to know that you are enjoying your time with us. Our team is always ready to assist, so please feel free to reach out anytime. Thanks again!

Great place to live

July 7, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
I moved into the Runaway Bay 2 months ago and my experience has been fantastic. Sara went out of her way to help me finalize everything needed before move-in. She made the process seamless!! When I arrived on move-in day, I was shocked at how clean my unit was. Not having to deep clean made move-in a breeze! The community is clean, quiet, and well maintained. When I have maintenance needs, they are completed so fast it is like there was never a problem! I am so happy to be living here and can't ...
say enough amazing things about Sara and the Runaway Bay team!
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Property Manager Responded

August 12, 2022
Hi Friend, thank you so much for taking the time to write this review of Sara and the Runaway Bay Team! We really appreciate the wonderful things you've said about our community. If you think of anything we can do to make your time here even better, just give us a call or stop by our office!

CALL IT HOME

July 7, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
The building manager and staff are attentive to resident needs and organize events to foster building community rapport. Zoey took her time to make sure that I had the home I wanted as well as needed. With a gym, pool, dog park, playground, and more the community is the perfect place to call home. New appliances and updated cabinets make for a beautiful living space.

Property Manager Responded

August 12, 2022
Wow! Thank you for taking the time out to share your experience. We're thrilled to see you're loving life here at our community! Remember, the office is always just a quick phone call away should you ever need anything. Thanks again!

Home is at RUNAWAY

July 7, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
"A great place to call "HOME". The entire staff always greets you with a smile and is very helpful to our needs, and is quick to attend to any problems that arise. They are very pet friendly! My dog LOVES a walk to the office to visit his favorite leasing staff for treats and pets. The grounds and facilities are kept clean every day by friendly courteous workers. The workout rooms are open 24//7 and are rarely crowded and the pool area is lovely. I live alone here and could not feel safer ...
anywhere else.
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Property Manager Responded

August 12, 2022
Thanks, Neighbor! We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us this feedback. Our company values resident satisfaction as top priority.

Nearby Schools

Princess Anne High School

VA Beach City Public Schools
4400 Virginia Beach Boulevard
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1629 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
8/10

Thalia Elementary School

VA Beach City Public Schools
421 Thalia Road
Public School - Grades PK-5 (590 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
6/10

Independence Middle School

VA Beach City Public Schools
1370 Dunstan Lane
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1193 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
6/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Runaway Bay Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

4500 Virginia Beach Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Target

4554 Virginia Beach Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

Walmart

4821 Virginia Beach Blvd
3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Colleges and Universities

ECPI University, School of Technology - Virginia Beach

5555 Greenwich Road
6 minute drive / 3.24 miles away

Tidewater Community College - Virginia Beach Campus

1700 College Crescent
8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away

Regent University

1000 Regent University Drive
10 minute drive / 5.0 miles away

Groceries

Wegmans

4721-4725 Virginia
3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

Lidl

1030 Independence Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.39 miles away

Aldi

3540 Holland Rd
5 minute drive / 2.42 miles away

Hospitals

Sentara Leigh Hospital

830 Kempsville Road
8 minute drive / 4.03 miles away

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

2025 Glenn Mitchell Drive
9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center

1100 First Colonial Road
11 minute drive / 5.33 miles away

Military Bases

Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base

11 minute drive / 5.28 miles away

Oceana Naval Air Station

11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away

Camp Pendleton State Military Reservation

16 minute drive / 7.82 miles away

Shopping Centers

Thalia Village Shoppes

4001 Bonney Rd
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

Willis Retail Center

4224 Virginia Beach Blvd
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

Wayside Shoppes

4216 Virginia Beach Blvd
1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

Runaway Bay Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.3 miles.

Transit Stations

Newtown Road-Tide Light Rail

Newtown Road at Curlew Drive
8 minute drive / 3.88 miles away

Military Highway-Tide Light Rail

Military Highway at I-264
11 minute drive / 5.14 miles away

Ingleside Road-Tide Light Rail

Ingleside Road at Mississippi Avenue
13 minute drive / 6.36 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

Central Business District

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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $1,450
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North Central

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $948
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Virginia Beach Studio Apartments $1,654$1,155$2,329
Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,817$715$5,570
Virginia Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,077$851$5,999
Virginia Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,533$961$5,040
Virginia Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,213$1,453$3,263

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