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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay View?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bay View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $900 | $1,800 |
Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $1,115 | $2,700 |
Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $1,300 | $2,235 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Royal Mace Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,364 |
9527 3rd Bay St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
Pelican Dock Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath Un-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,695 |
Solstice at Bay Oaks | Solace Suites | 3BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pelican Dock Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
9527 3rd Bay St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Royal Mace Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 1 | 1204 Hillside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBay View, Norfolk, VA
Ranked #128
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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
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 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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