
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Aire South Bay View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (73 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bel Aire South Bay View area of Norfolk.


Spring Creek

6352 Edward St

3512 Gamage Dr

1441 Kingston Ave

7433 Fenner St, Unit 7813-2

Ashley Trace Apartments

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

2642 E Ocean View Ave

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Admirals Way
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Oakmont North Apartments

Berkley Square Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

Mariners Watch

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 2

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 4

Dundale Square

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Gates of West Bay

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments
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Crossroads Landing East

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

1336 E Balview Ave

Woodmere Trace

1033 E Ocean View Ave

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Andover Apartments

Crossroads Landing

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

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Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square

Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave

1831 Kingston Ave

Bayview Terrace
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Sunrise Apartments

Braywood Manor

309 Ashlawn Dr

6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd

1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

1111 Hugo St

320 Ashlawn Dr

Elite Apartments

Park Terrace Apartments
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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 | $1,549 | $875 | $2,809 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $995 | $3,039 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,045 | $4,001 |
| Bel Aire South Bay View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $1,830 | $1,830 |
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There are currently 73 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. Ashley Trace 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| OV Living | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Gates of West Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,401 |
| 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 May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Aire South Bay View area is the $1.02 price per square foot The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch in the in the Wards Corner neighborhood starting from $1,300. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Gates of West Bay | B2U | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 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 | $1.05 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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 Ashley Trace Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Bel Aire South Bay View costs $2,409.
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 4 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 $200 which is $2,209 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bel Aire South Bay View.
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