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1517 Kerrey Ave

NorfolkVA23502

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629 W 28th St

NorfolkVA23508
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Norfolk, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Norfolk, VA

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Norfolk, VA area range in price from $704 to $4,860 with an overall median price of $2,581. The three Norfolk neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oakdale Farms at $875, Willoughby at $1,009, and West Ocean View at $835. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Norfolk Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Oakdale Farms$1,095$8752
Willoughby$1,199$1,0092
West Ocean View$1,450$83520
Naval Station Norfolk$1,645$83525
South Bayview$1,725$83578
Azalea Acres$1,821$90566
Bromley$1,821$90569
St. Andrews$1,821$1,04530
Pinewell$1,826$90013
North Camellia Acres$1,865$90068

Cheapest Available Norfolk Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Talbot Park Apartments in the Edgewater neighborhood priced from $750. Reunion Senior Living at Kindred in the Dnc neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $828. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norfolk apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Talbot Park ApartmentsL11BR,1BA$750
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$828
Wesleyan PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$863
Ingleside Square Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Jamestown Commons for Adults 55+Cromwell1BR,1BA$900
6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$925
Apartments of Merrimac1 bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norfolk, VA

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norfolk area is the $1.10 price per square foot 5434 Tidewater Dr Model at 5434 Tidewater Dr, Unit 5434 Tidewater Drive in the in the Titustown neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Norfolk apartment is the 621 Redgate Ave Model at 621 Redgate Ave, Unit A starting at $1,725 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Dnc neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norfolk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5434 Tidewater Dr, Unit 5434 Tidewater Drive5434 Tidewater Dr5BR,3BA$1.10
621 Redgate Ave, Unit A621 Redgate Ave2BR,2BA$1.08
3945 Omohundro Ave, Unit Apartment C3945 Omohundro Ave1BR,1BA$0.75
Cove Harbor TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Pelham Place1 bedroom split1BR,1BA$1.04
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$0.74
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.08
Wesleyan PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.96
Pembroke Pines Apartments2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.12
6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.05

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Norfolk Overview

Norfolk is a lively city that sits at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay in the southeast corner of Virginia. It is the second-most populated city in the state, just behind its coastal neighbor, Virginia Beach. One of nine cities that make up the Hampton Roads metropolitan area on the border of Virginia and North Carolina, it is considered the cultural center of that region. Part college town and part military hub, there is a broad range of apartments in Norfolk with varying prices to choose from. Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, and the U.S. Department of Defense attract students, government workers, and military members from around the world. This makes Norfolk a vibrant, diverse, and dynamic city to live.

Why live in Norfolk, VA?

Norfolk is a wonderful place to live, especially if you are a student, government worker, or military member. Its mild climate and proximity to coastal areas make it the ideal location for people who enjoy boating, beach activities, and other watersports. Norfolk has a lot of amenities, such as good food, fun entertainment, and plentiful shopping, which will appeal to most residents. There are numerous sporting events throughout the year, including Norfolk Tides minor league baseball, Norfolk Admirals professional ice hockey, and many university football and basketball games. A rich cultural environment makes it perfect for students, professionals, and families.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Norfolk, VA

Ranked #6

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norfolk Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Norfolk?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Norfolk is under $930.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norfolk?

The cheapest apartment in Norfolk is Talbot Park Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Norfolk costs $2,581.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norfolk?

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 610 regular apartments in Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

Cheap apartments in Norfolk have an average cost of $289 which is $2,292 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norfolk.

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