
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (71 Rentals)
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6352 Edward St

1445 Kingston Ave

8040 Becket St

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

Oakmont North Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

Crossroads Landing

Ashley Trace Apartments
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Berkley Square Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

Mariners Watch

Dundale Square

Woodmere Trace

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

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Gates of West Bay

1336 E Balview Ave

Crossroads Landing East

Second Oakmont Townhouses
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1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square

Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave
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1831 Kingston Ave

Bayview Terrace

Sunrise Apartments

Braywood Manor

309 Ashlawn Dr

6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd

1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr

1111 Hugo St
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Elite Apartments

755 Guy Ave

Park Terrace Apartments

Bayview Terrace

7384 Kirby Crescent

OV Retreat

3529 Dominion Ave

9309 Belgrave Ave

OV Living

511 Ashlawn Dr
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Bel Aire South Bay View, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Aire South Bay View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $875 | $3,099 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $995 | $3,259 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $1,045 | $4,168 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $1,830 | $3,371 |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ priced from $1,025. Oakmont North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Bel Aire South Bay View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Crossroads Landing | A1 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 2065 E Ocean View Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 507 Ashlawn Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Crossroads Landing East | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Aire South Bay View, VA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Aire South Bay View area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Vintage Model at Meadowood in the in the Foxhall neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Bel Aire South Bay View apartment is the Classic w/ W/D connections Model at Woodmere Trace starting at $1,450 with a $1.32 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Woodmere Trace | Classic w/ W/D connections | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 507 Ashlawn Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Crossroads Landing | A1 - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View costs $2,600.
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 1 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.
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