
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Heights Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (53 Rentals)
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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 | $1,424 | $1,130 | $1,590 |
| Colonial Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $875 | $2,699 |
| Colonial Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $995 | $2,909 |
| Colonial Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,045 | $3,449 |
| Colonial Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $1,448 | $3,236 |
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There are currently 53 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 1 Bed unit found at Sewells Park priced from $975. Arbor Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Colonial Heights apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 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 |
| Sterling Oaks Apartments | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Heights, VA
As of December 16, 2025 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 Four Bed, Two Bath Townhome Model at Merrimack Landing starting at $1,559 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the North Meadow Brook 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 |
| Merrimack Landing | Four Bed, Two Bath Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 210 Granby Park, Unit 1 | 210 Granby Park | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Fisherman's Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 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 |
| Admiral's Way Apartments | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColonial Heights, Norfolk, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Virginia and customized analysis for North Norfolk, VA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Colonial Heights Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $975, 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 20 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 $211 which is $2,024 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colonial Heights.
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