
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (58 Rentals)
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Merrimack Landing

Riverpoint

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1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 1

6512 N Military Hwy

Ashley Trace Apartments

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

Admirals Way

Oakmont North Apartments

Sewells Park
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Talbot Park Apartments

8924 London St

Berkley Square Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

Arbor Pointe

Bondale

Mariners Watch

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Dundale Square
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Fisherman's Landing

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square

Twin Gardens Apartments
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Lois Lane Apartments

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1859 Kingston Ave

Sunrise Apartments

Bayview Terrace

Granby House

Braywood Manor

6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd
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1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

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Park Terrace Apartments

Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments

Bayview Terrace

OV Retreat
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Colonial Heights, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights Studio Apartments | $1,375 | $1,136 | $1,629 |
| Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $875 | $2,859 |
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $995 | $3,049 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $1,045 | $5,149 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,448 | $1,830 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Colonial Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Heights area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd priced from $925. Merrimack Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,013. Here are the most affordable Colonial Heights 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 |
| Merrimack Landing | Two Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Dundale Square | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,167 |
| Crossroads Landing East | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights 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 |
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Pinewood Gardens Apartments | The Hydrangea | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Gates of West Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colonial Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Colonial Heights is Sewells Park which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Colonial Heights costs $2,235.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colonial Heights?
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 17 regular apartments in Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights?
Cheap apartments in Colonial Heights have an average cost of $255 which is $1,980 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colonial Heights.
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