
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hampton, VA from $500 (146 Rentals)
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207 N Armistead Ave

207 N Armistead Ave

Village at Town Park

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13 Haywagon Trl, Unit F, Unit F

325 Woodside Dr

The Woodlands at Phoebus

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Gosnold Mews Apartments

207 N Armistead Ave

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Foxcroft I
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Bay Creek

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Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments

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Waterford Pointe

Asbury Place

713 Hemlock Ave
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Sunset Creek

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Westwood Apartments

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Sinclair Commons

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The Grand Hampton At Langley

Somerset at Town Center

Buckroe Pointe Apartment Townhomes

The Arbors at Pembroke

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Harbor Oak Townhomes

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John Abbitt Apartments

Country Club Apartments
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406 S Armistead Ave, Unit 5

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Coliseum Gardens Apartments

Chandler's Wharf

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Luna Pointe

MAA Township

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Carson Square Apartments

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Cove Harbor Townhomes
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Mercury West Apartments

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Colonial Pembroke Apartments

633 Vaughan Ave

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Colonial Landing Apartments

37 Pacific Dr

207 N Armistead Ave
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Hampton, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hampton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hampton Studio Apartments | $1,467 | $905 | $2,099 |
| Cheap Hampton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $691 | $2,984 |
| Cheap Hampton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Hampton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Hampton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $1,245 | $6,505 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hampton, VA
Pricing Updated: 05/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hampton, VA area range in price from $691 to $6,505 with an overall median price of $1,879. The three Hampton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wythe at $691, Pheobus at $927, and Willow Oaks at $899. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hampton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Wythe | $1,640 | $691 | 79 |
| Pheobus | $1,654 | $927 | 38 |
| Willow Oaks | $1,654 | $899 | 51 |
| Crystal Lakes Powhatan Park | $1,699 | $691 | 84 |
| Old North Hampton | $1,703 | $834 | 69 |
| West Hampton | $1,725 | $834 | 70 |
| Pasture Point | $1,728 | $927 | 70 |
| Olde Hampton | $1,750 | $834 | 70 |
| Victoria Bl Historic District | $1,750 | $927 | 60 |
| Fox Hill Grandview | $1,762 | $899 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Hampton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampton, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Soundview Townhomes in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $695. Ada Park in the Hidenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Ada Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $805 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Gosnold Mews Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Tidemill Farms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Westover Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampton, VA
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hampton area is the $1.15 price per square foot Renovated 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Avalon Townhomes in the in the Willow Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,956. The second greatest value Hampton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Sacramento Townhomes starting at $1,559 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Langley Air Force Base neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hampton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Avalon Townhomes | Renovated 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Sacramento Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Foxcroft I | 2BR Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | The Seabreeze | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Hampton Overview
The City of Hampton enjoys a central location along the mid-Atlantic region. This is a good base to begin a holiday tour of the central coast, or even better, choose this as your permanent base. Located at the eastern end of numerous transportation networks, apartments in Hampton can provide a resident all the experiences the area has to offer.
Why live in Hampton, VA?
Located at the center of so much history for the country, it is not surprising to find many landmarks of note in Hampton. Besides Fort Monroe itself, the national Hampton Downtown Historic District consists of over 30 sites. There are a number of military bases, both historical and current within the city. In addition, seven colleges and universities can be found in the area, including Hampton University.
Hampton, VAPopulation: 134,313
Ranked #204
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Hampton, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hampton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hampton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hampton is under $1,080.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hampton?
The cheapest apartment in Hampton is Soundview Townhomes which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Hampton costs $1,879.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hampton?
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 215 regular apartments in Hampton 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 Hampton?
Cheap apartments in Hampton have an average cost of $361 which is $1,518 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hampton.
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