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Executive Suites
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Suites

2901-2907 W Mercury BlvdHampton, VA 23666
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Old Point Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Old Point Apartments

949 N Mallory StHampton, VA 23663
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Mallory Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mallory Apartments

1555 Briarfield RdHampton, VA 23666
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Pembroke Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pembroke Apartments

609 E Pembroke AveHampton, VA 23669
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The Wythe Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Wythe Apartments

200 Claremont AveHampton, VA 23661
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hampton, VA

Pricing Updated: 12/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hampton, VA area range in price from $693 to $8,420 with an overall median price of $1,780. The three Hampton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Victoria Bl Historic District at $925, Wythe at $693, and Olde Hampton at $925. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hampton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Victoria Bl Historic District$1,550$92594
Wythe$1,550$693135
Olde Hampton$1,570$925132
Old North Hampton$1,570$925121
West Hampton$1,570$925122
Crystal Lakes Powhatan Park$1,624$693136
Downtown Hampton$1,725$92587
Pasture Point$1,802$925101
Willow Oaks$1,802$92555
Buckroe Beach$1,815$92849

Cheapest Available Hampton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampton, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $680. Heritage Forest I in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $823. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$680
Heritage Forest IThe Willow2BR,2BA$823
Hartford at Anchor PointStudioStudio,1BA$875
Bay Creek3BD, 1.5BA3BR,1BA$930
Chestnut Arms Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$950
Meadowview Apartments2x12BR,1BA$955
Whittaker Place ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$995
Cottage Grove Apartments and TownhomesA2 - Cottages1BR,1BA$999
Shell Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,000
Monterey ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampton, VA

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hampton area is the $0.44 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Brennan Pointe I in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $680. The second greatest value Hampton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Sunset Creek starting at $1,527 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Downtown Hampton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hampton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.44
Sunset Creek3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.21
Forrest Landing IThe Sequoia2BR,2BA$1.24
Heritage Forest IThe Willow2BR,2BA$0.80
Highedge 2 Bedroom Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Chestnut Arms Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Pembroke Pines Apartments2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.26
Huntington on the James2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.19
Admiral Pointe2 BR2BR,1BA$1.31
Meadowview Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.29

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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.

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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 $1,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hampton?

The cheapest apartment in Hampton is Hartford at Anchor Point which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Hampton costs $1,780.

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 289 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 $284 which is $1,496 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hampton.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!