
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Norfolk Neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA from $700 (22 Rentals)
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Arbor Glen Apartments

Starling Village

The Arbors at Battlefield

Harvard Apartments

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2009 Mclain Street, Unit #D

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1135 Jackson Ave

Chesapeake Crossing & The Courtyards

Canterbury Crossing

Waverton Chesapeake

Catalina Crossing

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3408 Bainbridge Blvd
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Silvertree Seniors

522 Portsmouth Blvd

Clairmont at Campostella I

Bell Diamond Manor

1510 Wilson Rd, Unit 1
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1510 Wilson Rd, Unit 4
South Norfolk, Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Norfolk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $1,095 | $1,969 |
| South Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $950 | $5,442 |
| South Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $1,480 | $2,680 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Norfolk Neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA.
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Cheapest Available South Norfolk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Norfolk area of Virginia Beach, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Glen Apartments priced from $1,095. The Arbors at Battlefield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,176. Here are the most affordable South Norfolk apartments for rent in Virginia Beach, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Glen Apartments | Garden-1 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Arbors at Battlefield | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Harvard Apartments | Two Bedroom - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Silvertree Seniors | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Norfolk, VA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Norfolk area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 BR / 1.5 BA Model at The Arbors at Battlefield in the in the Washington neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value South Norfolk apartment is the Osprey C Model at The Morgan starting at $2,150 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Washington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Norfolk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors at Battlefield | 2 BR / 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| The Morgan | Osprey C | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Holly Point | The Peyton Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Woodbriar Apartment Homes | 2BREN | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Harvard Apartments | Two Bedroom - Fully Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 2009 Mclain Street, Unit #D | 2009 Mclain Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | Garden-1 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Silvertree Seniors | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Norfolk Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Norfolk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Norfolk Apartment is $1,095 at Arbor Glen Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Norfolk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Norfolk is starting from $1,185 at Bell Diamond Manor.
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