Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Royal Mace Apartments
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$1,436 - $2,300
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$1,436 - $2,300

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 10

Royal Mace Apartments

9621 Chesapeake BlvdNorfolk, VA 23503
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Admirals Way
$1,030 - $1,280
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Admirals Way

600 Warwick AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Tidewater Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tidewater Gardens

8522-8528 Chesapeake BlvdNorfolk, VA 23503
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OV Retreat
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OV Retreat

2019 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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OV Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

OV Living

1721 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 Harbor
1 Bedroom Apartments

OV Harbor

2007 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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East Bay Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

East Bay Apartments

1826 Kingston 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 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Terrace

1433-1445 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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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 1 Bed unit found at Admirals Way priced from $1,030. 2065 E Ocean View Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Bay View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Admirals WayThe Captain1BR,1BA$1,030
2065 E Ocean View Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,275
Mariners WatchThe Cape Hatteras3BR,2BA$1,300
OV Living2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1,319
1415 E Ocean View AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay View, VA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay View area is the $1.02 price per square foot The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch in the in the Wards Corner neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Bay View apartment is the Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... Model at Pelican Dock Apartments starting at $1,814 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the North Camellia Acres 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.
Mariners WatchThe Cape Hatteras3BR,2BA$1.02
Pelican Dock ApartmentsLake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard...2BR,2BA$1.91
1415 E Ocean View AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Admirals WayThe Captain1BR,1BA$1.47
2065 E Ocean View Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.13
1357 East Ocean View Ave1/11BR,1BA$2.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay View Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bay View?

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 3 regular apartments in Bay View 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 Bay View?

Cheap apartments in Bay View have an average cost of $425 which is $1,296 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bay View.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

Written by: James W. Vickers

Norfolk, Virginia, experienced a surprising population decline to 238,005 residents in the 2020 census, considering its low cost of living and high quality of life index. Renting an apartment falls well below the national average.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.