
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $550 (88 Rentals)
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6352 Edward St

6352 Edward St

1428 Baychester Ave

6352 Edward St

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

Oakmont North Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

Ashley Trace Apartments
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Berkley Square Apartments

Mariners Watch

Dundale Square

409 San Antonio Blvd

Crossroads Landing

1336 E Balview Ave

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Gates of West Bay

Woodmere Trace

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

1375 Kingston Ave
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9517 5th Bay St #A

1415 E Ocean View Ave

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ReNew Little Creek

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Brittany Place Apartments

351 Fort Worth Ave

Crossroads Landing East

Meadowood

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave
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Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square

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Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave

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Bayview Terrace

Braywood Manor

309 Ashlawn Dr

6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd

1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

1111 Hugo St

320 Ashlawn Dr

1350 Picadilly St

755 Guy Ave
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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 | $1,606 | $875 | $2,909 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $995 | $5,554 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,045 | $3,907 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,689 | $1,830 | $6,307 |
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There are currently 88 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 2 Beds unit found at 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd priced from $925. Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Bel Aire South Bay View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| 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 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Aire South Bay View, VA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Aire South Bay View area is the $1.60 price per square foot Dover Model at ReNew Little Creek in the in the Foxhall neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Bel Aire South Bay View apartment is the The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch starting at $1,300 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Wards Corner 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Little Creek | Dover | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 $1,596.
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 6 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 $184 which is $1,412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Aire South Bay View.
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