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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Studio Apartments | $1,553 | $700 | $2,208 |
| Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $710 | $9,781 |
| Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $844 | $6,000 |
| Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $954 | $4,989 |
| Norfolk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $1,439 | $3,450 |
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Norfolk is at New Port Landing listed at $875.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Norfolk is $1,688.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Norfolk is a 1,103 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at The Arbors at Pembroke.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Norfolk is currently 439 sq ft.
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