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The Arbors at Battlefield

Catalina Crossing

Mosaic Summit Pointe

Clairmont At Jolliff Landing

Bains Pointe

Origin Circle at Kindred
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Harbor Vista at Crawford Street

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Gravity on 400

Attain Downtown
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Era at PARK 216

Holley Pointe

The Banks at Berkley

Riverside Station I

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Reunion Senior Living at Kindred

2700 Myrtle Ave
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Clairmont at Campostella I

Bell Diamond Manor

The Retreat at Harbor Pointe

Tower 507

Crawford House

Aspire at Church St.

500 Plume
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Clairmont at Harbour View Station
Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chesapeake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Studio Apartments | $1,597 | $1,210 | $2,021 |
| Chesapeake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $875 | $5,211 |
| Chesapeake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $950 | $4,603 |
| Chesapeake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $667 | $4,624 |
| Chesapeake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,000 | $2,500 |
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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 $1,101.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chesapeake?
The cheapest apartment in Chesapeake is New Port Landing which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Chesapeake costs $1,912.
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 8 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 $613 which is $1,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chesapeake.
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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.