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

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The Rockefeller
$1,225 - $2,250

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Base Rent$1,220 - $2,245
Required Monthly Fees$5

Total Monthly Price$1,225 - $2,250
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

The Rockefeller

130 Brooke AveNorfolk, VA 23510
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Gravity on 400
$1,604 - $3,099

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Base Rent$1,544 - $3,039
Required Monthly Fees$60

Total Monthly Price$1,604 - $3,099
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Gravity on 400

400 Waterside DrNorfolk, VA 23510
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Fusion at Neon
$1,801 - $3,924

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Base Rent$1,736 - $3,859
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Fusion at Neon

225 W Olney RdNorfolk, VA 23510
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property at 346 Fairfax Ave
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

Total Monthly Price$2,100
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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346 Fairfax Ave

NorfolkVA23507

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The Lofts at 119
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts at 119

119 W Tazewell StNorfolk, VA 23510
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The Loraine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Loraine

245 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Savoy Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Savoy Apartments

161 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510

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Duke Grace Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Duke Grace Apartments

740 Duke StNorfolk, VA 23510
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500 Plume
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

500 Plume

500 E Plume StNorfolk, VA 23510
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300 Yarmouth St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

300 Yarmouth St

300 Yarmouth StNorfolk, VA 23510
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property at 415 St Pauls Blvd
$2,195

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Base Rent$2,195

Total Monthly Price$2,195
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
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415 St Pauls Blvd

NorfolkVA23510
property at 744 Yarmouth St
$5,000

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Base Rent$5,000

Total Monthly Price$5,000
4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent
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744 Yarmouth St

NorfolkVA23510

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Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$841
Unity Place at KindredA31BR,1BA$1,116
Metro On Granby ApartmentsThe Liberty1BR,1BA$1,685
Attain DowntownThe Sphere 21BR,1BA$1,744
Fusion at NeonPicasso1BR,1BA$1,993
Heritage at Freemason HarbourElizabeth2BR,2BA$2,342
Gravity on 400Taurus2BR,2BA$2,584
Attain Downtown EastThe Wells3BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Attain Downtown EastThe Wells3BR,2BA$2.10
Heritage at Freemason HarbourElizabeth2BR,2BA$1.98
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$0.75
Gravity on 400Taurus2BR,2BA$2.69
Metro On Granby ApartmentsThe Liberty1BR,1BA$2.21
Unity Place at KindredA21BR,1BA$1.59
Attain DowntownThe Sphere 31BR,1BA$2.95
Fusion at NeonPicasso1BR,1BA$3.68

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Virginia and customized analysis for Central Norfolk, VA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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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