
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cottage Line Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cottage Line area of Norfolk.


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9517 5th Bay St #B, Unit 9517 5th Bay #B, Unit 9517 5th Bay #B
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9517 5th Bay St #A

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1424 E Ocean View Ave

1017 Hillside Ave

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1851 E Ocean View Ave

1866 E Ocean View Ave

9637 Cape View Ave

OV Retreat

OV Living

1600 Kingston Ave
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1203 Hillside Ave

1416 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View Ave
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9530 3rd Bay St
Cottage Line, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottage Line?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Line 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Cottage Line 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $1,115 | $2,250 |
| Cottage Line 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Cottage Line Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Cottage Line Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cottage Line area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashley Trace Apartments priced from $1,025. OV Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,129. Here are the most affordable Cottage Line apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| OV Living | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape | 2BR,2BA | $1,155 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Royal Mace Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| 1357 East Ocean View Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1,814 |
| Pinewell Station | Cape Charles- Wait List 3BR- C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Line, VA
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottage Line area is the $1.80 price per square foot Cape Charles- Wait List 3BR- C1 Model at Pinewell Station in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Cottage Line apartment is the The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch starting at $1,300 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Wards Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Line apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewell Station | Cape Charles- Wait List 3BR- C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 9517 5th Bay St #A | 9517 5th Bay St #A | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 9517 5th Bay St #B, Unit 9517 5th Bay #B | 9517 5th Bay St #B | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Royal Mace Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 1357 East Ocean View Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| OV Living | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottage Line Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottage Line Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottage Line is starting from $1,115 at Ashley Trace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cottage Line Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottage Line Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mariners Watch and starts from $1,300.
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