
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Norfolk Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $841 (32 Rentals)
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The Rockefeller

The Law Building

The James

Wainwright

241 Granby St

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Gravity on 400

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Heritage at Freemason Harbour

Attain Downtown East

346 Fairfax Ave
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The Atlantic Permanent

500 Plume

300 Yarmouth St

The Albemarle at One East Plume St

415 St Pauls Blvd

744 Yarmouth St
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Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Norfolk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Norfolk Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $1,225 | $1,992 |
| Downtown Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,370 | $2,438 |
| Downtown Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,620 | $3,174 |
| Downtown Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,150 | $4,624 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Norfolk Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Norfolk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Norfolk area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Reunion Senior Living at Kindred priced from $841. Unity Place at Kindred has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,116. Here are the most affordable Downtown Norfolk apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reunion Senior Living at Kindred | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $841 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Metro On Granby Apartments | The Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| Attain Downtown | The Sphere 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,744 |
| Fusion at Neon | Picasso | 1BR,1BA | $1,993 |
| Heritage at Freemason Harbour | Elizabeth | 2BR,2BA | $2,342 |
| Gravity on 400 | Taurus | 2BR,2BA | $2,584 |
| Attain Downtown East | The Wells | 3BR,2BA | $2,942 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Norfolk, VA
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Norfolk area is the $2.10 price per square foot The Wells Model at Attain Downtown East in the in the Dnc neighborhood starting from $2,942. The second greatest value Downtown Norfolk apartment is the Elizabeth Model at Heritage at Freemason Harbour starting at $2,342 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Dnc neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Norfolk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attain Downtown East | The Wells | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Heritage at Freemason Harbour | Elizabeth | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Reunion Senior Living at Kindred | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Gravity on 400 | Taurus | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Metro On Granby Apartments | The Liberty | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Attain Downtown | The Sphere 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Fusion at Neon | Picasso | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Norfolk Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Norfolk?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Norfolk is Unity Place at Kindred which is listed at $1,116, while the average apartment in Downtown Norfolk costs $1,780.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Norfolk?
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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Norfolk 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 Downtown Norfolk?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Norfolk have an average cost of $190 which is $1,590 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Norfolk.
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