
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (87 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Colonial Heights area of Norfolk.


Spring Creek

6352 Edward St

Riverpoint

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Merrimack Landing

7433 Fenner St, Unit 7813-2

Ashley Trace Apartments

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

Oakmont North Apartments
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Sewells Park

Talbot Park Apartments

Berkley Square Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

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Arbor Pointe

Sterling Oaks Apartments

Mariners Watch

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 4

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 2
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Dundale Square

Woodmere Trace

Crossroads Landing

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

1336 E Balview Ave

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Gates of West Bay

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Bondale

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Paradigm Apartments

Crossroads Landing East
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1415 E Ocean View Ave

ReNew Little Creek

Westport

6342 Alexander St, Unit A

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Brittany Place Apartments

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Lakewood Plaza

Bay View Square
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Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave

Bayview Terrace

Sunrise Apartments

Granby House

Braywood Manor
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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 | $1,564 | $1,375 | $1,694 |
| Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $875 | $3,019 |
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $995 | $3,099 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,045 | $4,001 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $1,536 | $1,830 |
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There are currently 87 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $963. 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 | One Bedroom Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Riverpoint | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| 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 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Heights area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Vintage Model at Meadowood in the in the Foxhall neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Colonial Heights apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Paradigm Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Edgewater 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Woodmere Trace | Partial w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 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 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Riverpoint | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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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 Merrimack Landing which is listed at $963, while the average apartment in Colonial Heights costs $2,309.
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 15 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 $186 which is $2,123 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colonial Heights.
Expert Rental Resources
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