Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (20 Rentals)

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OV Retreat
1 Bedroom Apartments

OV Retreat

2019 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503

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1600 Kingston Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1600 Kingston Ave

1600 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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OV Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

OV Palm

1721 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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East Bay Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

East Bay Apartments

1826 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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OV Harbor
1 Bedroom Apartments

OV Harbor

2007 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503

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1203 Hillside Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1203 Hillside Ave

1203 Hillside AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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1243 E Ocean View Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1243 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Bayview Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Terrace

1433-1445 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Tidewater Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tidewater Gardens

8522-8528 Chesapeake BlvdNorfolk, VA 23503
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Bay View, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bay View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bay View area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ashley Trace Apartments priced from $1,115. Royal Mace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,364. Here are the most affordable Bay View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen2BR,1BA$1,115
Royal Mace ApartmentsRenovated1BR,1BA$1,364
9527 3rd Bay St2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,650
Pelican Dock Apartments2 bed, 2 bath Un-Renovated2BR,2BA$1,695
Solstice at Bay OaksSolace Suites3BR,2BA$2,235

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay View, VA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay View area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2 bed, 2 bath Renovated Model at Pelican Dock Apartments in the in the North Camellia Acres neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Bay View apartment is the 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD Model at Ashley Trace Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Wards Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pelican Dock Apartments2 bed, 2 bath Renovated2BR,2BA$1.82
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1.35
9527 3rd Bay St2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.94
Royal Mace ApartmentsRenovated1BR,1BA$2.24
1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 11204 Hillside Ave1BR,1BA$1.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bay View, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #128

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 the Bay View Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay View Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay View Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bay View Apartment is $1,364 at Royal Mace Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay View is starting from $1,115 at Ashley Trace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bay View Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bay View Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Royal Mace Apartments and starts from $2,056.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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