
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Norfolk Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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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 |
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Downtown Norfolk Studio Apartments | $1,458 | $1,105 | $1,750 |
Downtown Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $1,200 | $2,118 |
Downtown Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,179 | $1,650 | $2,740 |
Downtown Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $2,046 | $4,860 |
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There are currently 13 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 $828. Duke Grace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Downtown Norfolk apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reunion Senior Living at Kindred | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $828 |
Duke Grace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
142 West York | Faulkner | Studio,1BA | $1,416 |
The Wainwright | E1 Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
500 Plume | 304 | 1BR,1BA | $1,519 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Norfolk, VA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Norfolk area is the $2.19 price per square foot The Wells Model at Attain Downtown East in the in the Dnc neighborhood starting from $3,063. The second greatest value Downtown Norfolk apartment is the The Pentagon Model at Attain Downtown starting at $2,885 with a $2.39 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. |
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Attain Downtown East | The Wells | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Attain Downtown | The Pentagon | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $0.74 |
The Rockefeller | Quarterdeck - LOFT | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
Metro On Granby Apartments | The Bellagio | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
The James | The Twain | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Hague Towers | Brambleton | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Heritage at Freemason Harbour | Brooke | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
142 West York | Woolf | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Gravity on 400 | Leo | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA
Ranked #72
Among neighborhoods in Norfolk, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown Norfolk Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
76 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Downtown Norfolk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Norfolk?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Norfolk is at Duke Grace Apartments listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Norfolk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Norfolk Apartment is $1,431 at The Wainwright.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Norfolk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Norfolk is starting from $828 at Reunion Senior Living at Kindred.
What is the most affordable Downtown Norfolk Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Norfolk Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Heritage at Freemason Harbour and starts from $2,046.
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