
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Beacon Light Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $950 (33 Rentals)


Unity Place at Kindred

The Rockefeller

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The James

The Law Building

Duke Grace Apartments

241 Granby St

Berkley Apartments
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The Lofts at 119

Mission College Apartments

951 Bellmore Ave

Clairmont at Campostella I

Taylor-Whittle Apartments

Reunion Senior Living at Kindred

Broadcreek Renaissance
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Holland House Apartments

The Loraine

Savoy Apartments

Belmont at Freemason

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2 Axson St, Unit C, Unit C

Arbor Glen Apartments

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Victory Square 55+ Senior Community

Beacon 303
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Starboard Townhomes

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367 Middle St, Unit 3, Unit 3

Silvertree Seniors

Montgomery Square Apartments

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Nav850

Green Street Apartments

322 Washington St

Five17 King
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Tower 507
Beacon Light, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beacon Light?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Light Studio Apartments | $1,578 | $1,183 | $1,974 |
Beacon Light 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $950 | $2,452 |
| Beacon Light 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,025 | $3,325 |
| Beacon Light 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,400 | $4,989 |
| Beacon Light 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beacon Light Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Beacon Light?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Beacon Light is under $1,307.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Beacon Light?
The cheapest apartment in Beacon Light is Victory Square 55+ Senior Community which is listed at $1,115, while the average apartment in Beacon Light costs $3,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Beacon Light?
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 23 regular apartments in Beacon Light 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 Beacon Light?
Cheap apartments in Beacon Light have an average cost of $406 which is $2,944 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Beacon Light.
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The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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