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The Rivers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Rivers

1085 Libertyville RdChesapeake, VA 23320
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Campostella Commons
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Campostella Commons

2901 Fireside RdChesapeake, VA 23324
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Elkhart Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Elkhart Apartments

2701 Elkhart StChesapeake, VA 23323
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Catalina Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina Crossing

2000 Randolph ArchChesapeake, VA 23320
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Kingsbridge North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingsbridge North

11 Battlefield Woods CtChesapeake, VA 23322
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The Sterling
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sterling

4271 Taylor RdChesapeake, VA 23321

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Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chesapeake, VA

Pricing Updated: 09/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chesapeake, VA area range in price from $850 to $3,865 with an overall median price of $2,172. The three Chesapeake neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Deep Creek West at $1,345, Deep Creek North at $850, and Butts Station at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chesapeake Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Deep Creek West$1,345$1,3451
Deep Creek North$1,480$85058
Butts Station$2,009$1,25012
Great Bridge East$2,009$1,25012
Greenbrier East$2,324$1,123109
Greenbrier West$2,425$1,15067
Deep Creek South$2,895$1,6904
Pleasant Grove West$2,895$88914

Cheapest Available Chesapeake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chesapeake, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clairmont at Campostella I in the South Brambleton neighborhood priced from $890. Sunnybrook Apartments in the Beacon Light neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chesapeake apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clairmont at Campostella I1BR1BR,1BA$890
Sunnybrook Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1,025
Residences at Crawford Farms1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,065
Independence Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,065
Jamestown Commons for Adults 55+Monticello 50%2BR,1BA$1,070
Manor View Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors1BR,1BA$1,075
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred1BR1BR,1BA$1,097
Victory Square 55+ Senior CommunityThe Commodore1BR,1BA$1,110
Starling Village1BR1BR,1BA$1,115

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesapeake, VA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chesapeake area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3BR Model at Origin Circle at Kindred in the in the Dnc neighborhood starting from $1,508. The second greatest value Chesapeake apartment is the Townhome Model at Bell Diamond Manor starting at $1,150 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the South Brambleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chesapeake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Origin Circle at Kindred3BR3BR,1BA$1.23
Bell Diamond ManorTownhome3BR,1.5BA$1.01
Arbour Reach ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor!MC.2B1.5B2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Aspire at Church St.Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.38
Residences at Paradise Creek2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.36
Churchland SquareTwo Bedroom Classic2BR,1BA$1.40
Victory Village2BR, 1BA2BR,1BA$1.39
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1.28
Clairmont at Campostella I1BR1BR,1BA$1.24

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Chesapeake Overview

Recently ranking within the 'Top 25 Best Cities in America' by 'Business Week', Chesapeake is a distinctly proud and unique city in the great state of Virginia. Close to the Virginia Beach / Norfolk region, this flourishing city combines the benefits of a large municipality while keeping the natural ambiance of lakes, trails and parks as a scenic backdrop.

Why live in Chesapeake, VA?

Known for its abundance of public schools and health care industry, Chesapeake is an ideal place for home and family. Close to major hubs such as Suffolk and Portsmouth, this idyllic destination boasts much of the lifestyle that Virginia is known for. Located near numerous stretches of natural beauty, Chesapeake makes a perfect destination for lovers of the great outdoors as well.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chesapeake, VA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chesapeake, VA

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chesapeake Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chesapeake?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chesapeake is under $1,115.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chesapeake?

The cheapest apartment in Chesapeake is Clairmont at Campostella I which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in Chesapeake costs $2,172.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chesapeake?

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 9 regular apartments in Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?

Cheap apartments in Chesapeake have an average cost of $808 which is $1,364 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chesapeake.

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