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2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1
2834 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23509
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Norfolk, VA from $400 (334 Rentals)
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400-440 Fort Worth AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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6415 Newport AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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3515 Gatling AveNorfolk, VA 23502
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7922 Old Ocean View RdNorfolk, VA 23518
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1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 3
1204 Hillside AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Merrimack Landing
8807 Monitor WayNorfolk, VA 23503
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Arbor Pointe
502 Grantham RdNorfolk, VA 23505
7738 Castleton Pl
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1445 Kingston Ave
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427 W 30th St
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2642 E Ocean View Ave
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114 Cromwell PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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Admirals Way
600 Warwick AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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7872 Ogden AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakmont North Apartments
7241 Oakmont DrNorfolk, VA 23513
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869 Bancker RdNorfolk, VA 23518
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408 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTalbot Park Apartments
118 Warren StNorfolk, VA 23505
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412 Forrest Ave
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 8Origin Circle at Kindred
451 Church StNorfolk, VA 23501
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2804 Waverly WayNorfolk, VA 23504
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAshley Trace Apartments
728 E Leicester AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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7139 Sewells Point RdNorfolk, VA 23513
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550 Freemason StNorfolk, VA 23510
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5801 Lowery RdNorfolk, VA 23502
9117 Chesapeake Blvd
NorfolkVA23503
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1212 W Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityShorewood Cove
293 Corporate BlvdNorfolk, VA 23502
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 19Mariners Watch
440 Mariners WayNorfolk, VA 23503
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124 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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5504 Monroe PlNorfolk, VA 23508
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6600 Chesapeake BlvdNorfolk, VA 23513
4314 Dunning Rd
NorfolkVA23518
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222 W 34th St, Unit Apartment A
222 W 34th StNorfolk, VA 23504
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 22The Rockefeller
130 Brooke AveNorfolk, VA 23510
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330 W Brambleton AveNorfolk, VA 23510
2421 Arkansas Ave
NorfolkVA23513
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWoodmere Trace
6741 E Tanners Creek DrNorfolk, VA 23513
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Reserves at Tidewater
8600 Glen Myrtle AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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Parkwood Manor
7703 Major AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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1003 Colley Ave, Unit Floor 2
1003 Colley AveNorfolk, VA 23507
405 Clifton St
NorfolkVA23523
1132 Virginia Ave
NorfolkVA23511
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 19The Law Building
145 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Pinewood Gardens Apartments
1731 E Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23518
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Gates of West Bay
272 W Bay AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Water's Edge Apartments
390 S Military HwyNorfolk, VA 23502
751 Shirley Ave
NorfolkVA23517
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Norfolk, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norfolk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Norfolk Studio Apartments | $1,615 | $700 | $2,415 |
| Cheap Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $715 | $4,186 |
| Cheap Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $851 | $4,585 |
| Cheap Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $667 | $8,809 |
| Cheap Norfolk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $1,439 | $6,273 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Norfolk, VA
Pricing Updated: 07/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Norfolk, VA area range in price from $667 to $8,809 with an overall median price of $2,425. The three Norfolk neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cottage Row Park at $875, Monticello Village at $875, and South Bayview at $875. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Norfolk Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Cottage Row Park | $1,375 | $875 | 5 |
| Monticello Village | $1,375 | $875 | 5 |
| South Bayview | $1,742 | $875 | 30 |
| Ocean Air | $1,781 | $875 | 34 |
| Camellia Gardens | $1,818 | $1,000 | 21 |
| Larrymore Lawns | $1,830 | $875 | 27 |
| St. Andrews | $1,830 | $1,045 | 11 |
| Oakmont | $1,846 | $875 | 17 |
| Azalea Acres | $1,850 | $1,045 | 28 |
| Bromley | $1,890 | $1,000 | 19 |
Cheapest Available Norfolk Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Holley Pointe in the South Brambleton neighborhood priced from $532. New Port Landing in the Camelot neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norfolk apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Holley Pointe | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $532 |
| New Port Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Bay Breeze Apartments - West | Garden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Grand at New Port | MLGR2BR | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 200 West I | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $967 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Bay Creek | 2BD, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norfolk, VA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norfolk area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2X1.5 Model at The Arbors at Pembroke in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,396. The second greatest value Norfolk apartment is the 3B Model at 200 West I starting at $967 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Newtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norfolk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Arbors at Pembroke | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| 200 West I | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Riverside Station I | 3B50PB | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Crescent Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 426 London St | 426 London St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Clairmont at Campostella I | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Bains Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1 | 2834 Tidewater Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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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.
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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 $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norfolk?
The cheapest apartment in Norfolk is New Port Landing which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Norfolk costs $2,425.
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 622 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 $237 which is $2,188 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norfolk.
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