
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Norfolk, VA from $400 with Swimming Pool (26 Rentals)
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Sterling Oaks Apartments

Woodmere Trace

Mariner's Watch Apartments
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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

Reserves at Tidewater

Hampton River Villas

Thalia Landing Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments

Cove Harbor Townhomes
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

The Hamptons Apartments

Independence Square

Harbor Oak Townhomes

The Renaissance
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Edgefield Apartments

Crescent Place

Taro Walk

Chesapeake Pointe

Brandywine

Hodges Manor Apartments
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John Abbitt Apartments

Residences at Crawford Farms

Dove Landing Apartments

Chartwell

Mariner's Cove Apartment Homes
Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norfolk?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Norfolk Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $700 | $2,487 |
Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $700 | $5,174 |
Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,778 | $750 | $5,487 |
Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $956 | $4,860 |
Norfolk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $1,300 | $2,450 |
Norfolk 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,995 | $3,300 |
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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 $735, while the average apartment in Norfolk costs $2,539.
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 914 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 $261 which is $2,278 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norfolk.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.