Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (64 Rentals)

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property at 2642 E Ocean View Ave

$1,075

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$1,075

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$1,075

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2642 E Ocean View Ave

NorfolkVA23518
property at 8851 Plymouth St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8851 Plymouth St

NorfolkVA23503
property at 8924 London St

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8924 London St

NorfolkVA23503

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Gates of West Bay
$1,326 - $1,496
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$1,321 - $1,491
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$1,326 - $1,496
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 21

Gates of West Bay

272 W Bay AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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property at 9117 Chesapeake Blvd

$1,125

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$1,125

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9117 Chesapeake Blvd

NorfolkVA23503
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Mariner's Watch Apartments
$1,145 - $1,300
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Mariner's Watch Apartments

440 Mariners WayNorfolk, VA 23503
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The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

Discover Norfolk, VA's best affordable rental neighborhoods like Ghent & Downtown. Enjoy a low cost of living, top schools, vibrant arts, and waterfront views while renting.

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1243 E Ocean View Ave
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1243 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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5th Bay Apartments
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5th Bay Apartments

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

5631 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23509
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Bay View Square
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Bay View Square

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

1415-1419 Lois LnNorfolk, VA 23513
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8450 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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1444 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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1437 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503

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Bayview Terrace
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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
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Braywood Manor

7000 Auburn AveNorfolk, VA 23513
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309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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Miramar Apartments
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Miramar Apartments

7131 Sewells Point RdNorfolk, VA 23513
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2 Bedroom Apartments

a320as

320 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505

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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 $995. Admiral's Way Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. 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$995
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain1BR,1BA$1,030
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1,045
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,103
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest2BR,1BA$1,120
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1,150
Mariner's Watch ApartmentsThe Cape2BR,2BA$1,155
Dundale Square1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1,167
Crossroads Landing EastB2 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1,200
Hillside Cove2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Furnished2BR,1BA$1,475

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

As of February 28, 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 The Vintage Model at Meadowood starting at $1,850 with a $1.50 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.
7928 Pythian Ave7928 Pythian Ave3BR,2BA$1.13
MeadowoodThe Vintage2BR,2BA$1.50
Mariner's Watch ApartmentsThe Cape2BR,2BA$1.06
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.16
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1.35
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1.23
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Lieutenant W/D2BR,1BA$1.52
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Crossroads Landing EastB2 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.66

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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!

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 $1,030, while the average apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View costs $2,555.

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 9 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 $323 which is $2,232 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Aire South Bay View.

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