Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (27 Rentals)

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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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5th Bay Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5th Bay Apartments

9545-9549 5th Bay StNorfolk, VA 23518
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Lakewood Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Plaza

5631 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23509
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Bay View Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay View Square

649-701 E Leicester AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Lois Lane Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

1415-1419 Lois LnNorfolk, VA 23513
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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8450 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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1444 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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1 Bedroom Apartments

A1437K

1437 Kingston 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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Sunrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

8426 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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Braywood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braywood Manor

7000 Auburn AveNorfolk, VA 23513
Senior Living
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505

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Miramar Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Miramar Apartments

7131 Sewells Point RdNorfolk, VA 23513
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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1111 Hugo StNorfolk, VA 23513
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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320 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505

Bel Aire South Bay View, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bel Aire South Bay View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Aire South Bay View area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Spring Creek priced from $956. Admiral's Way Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Bel Aire South Bay View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$956
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain1BR,1BA$1,000
Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+One bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,029
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1,045
Fenner Gardens Apartments1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$1,099
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen2BR,1BA$1,115
1129 Green StI bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Woodmere Trace1A1BR,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Aire South Bay View, VA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bel Aire South Bay View area is the $1.38 price per square foot 210 Granby Park Model at 210 Granby Park, Unit 1 in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bel Aire South Bay View apartment is the Clifton Model at ReNew Little Creek starting at $1,655 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Foxhall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Aire South Bay View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
210 Granby Park, Unit 1210 Granby Park2BR,1BA$1.38
ReNew Little CreekClifton2BR,2BA$1.29
Gates of West BayC1U3BR,1.5BA$1.46
Berkley Square Apartments3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,2BA$1.18
Crossroads LandingB1 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.42
Woodmere Trace1A1BR,1BA$1.39
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1.23
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1.35
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain1BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bel Aire South Bay View, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #79

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Norfolk. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel Aire South Bay View Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View?

The cheapest apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View is Admiral's Way Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View costs $1,995.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bel Aire South 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 7 regular apartments in Bel Aire South 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 Bel Aire South Bay View?

Cheap apartments in Bel Aire South Bay View have an average cost of $211 which is $1,784 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Aire South Bay View.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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