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PortsmouthVA23704

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PortsmouthVA23704

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Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chesapeake, VA

Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chesapeake, VA area range in price from $850 to $3,960 with an overall median price of $2,168. 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$85056
Butts Station$2,009$1,25013
Great Bridge East$2,009$1,25013
Greenbrier East$2,322$1,12399
Greenbrier West$2,393$1,15065
Deep Creek South$2,895$1,6906
Pleasant Grove West$2,895$88915

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. Harbor Square Apartments in the South Brambleton 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
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1,025
Sunnybrook Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Independence Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,065
Jamestown Commons for Adults 55+Monticello 50%2BR,1BA$1,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesapeake, VA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chesapeake area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Miars Farm in the in the Western Branch neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Chesapeake apartment is the 3BR Model at Origin Circle at Kindred starting at $1,508 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Dnc 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.
Miars Farm3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.17
Origin Circle at Kindred3BR3BR,1BA$1.23
Bell Diamond ManorTownhome3BR,1.5BA$1.02
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
Marina Point2/1 Classic2BR,1BA$1.36
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1.28
Clairmont at Campostella I1BR1BR,1BA$1.24

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Chesapeake, VA

Ranked #11

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chesapeake

What type of rentals are currently available in Chesapeake?

There are currently 402 Apartments for Rent in Chesapeake, VA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,550. There are also 237 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chesapeake ranging from $650 to $3,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chesapeake?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chesapeake ranges from $650 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,246.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chesapeake?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chesapeake range from $1,050 to $4,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,999.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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