
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bel Aire South Bay View area of Norfolk.


Spring Creek

9548 11th Bay St

6343 Chesapeake Blvd

7433 Fenner St

Ashley Trace Apartments

Admiral's Way Apartments

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+
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Oakmont North Apartments

6340 Sewells Point Rd

Crossroads Landing East

Gates of West Bay

Fenner Gardens Apartments

Crossroads Landing

405 E Little Creek Rd

8924 London St
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Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square

Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

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1859 Kingston Ave

Bayview Terrace

Sunrise Apartments

Braywood Manor

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6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd
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1432 Baychester Ave

Park Terrace Apartments

Miramar Apartments

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Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments

Bayview Terrace
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OV Retreat

3529 Dominion Ave
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 | $1,610 | $850 | $2,879 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $950 | $2,541 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,045 | $3,539 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,085 | $1,830 | $5,395 |
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There are currently 42 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 Spring Creek priced from $995. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| Admiral's Way Apartments | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Crossroads Landing East | B2 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1,103 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Aire South Bay View, VA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Aire South Bay View area is the $1.13 price per square foot 7928 Pythian Ave Model at 7928 Pythian Ave in the in the Suburban Acres neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bel Aire South Bay View apartment is the 210 Granby Park Model at 210 Granby Park, Unit 1 starting at $1,700 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Edgewater 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7928 Pythian Ave | 7928 Pythian Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 210 Granby Park, Unit 1 | 210 Granby Park | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Woodmere Trace | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Gates of West Bay | B2U | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Fisherman's Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
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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 Admiral's Way Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View costs $2,030.
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 8 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 $259 which is $1,771 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Aire South Bay View.
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