
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Norfolk Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $900 (30 Rentals)
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The Rockefeller

Hague Towers

The Law Building

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The James

Wainwright

Duke Grace Apartments
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241 Granby St

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Gravity on 400

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Metro On Granby Apartments

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Museum Apartments

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Fusion at Neon

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Attain Downtown
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The Atlantic Permanent

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324 Colonial Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

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Heritage at Freemason Harbour

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Attain Downtown East

The Lofts at 119

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Reunion Senior Living at Kindred
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Belmont at Freemason

500 Plume

435 E Freemason 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 | $1,578 | $1,183 | $1,914 |
| Downtown Norfolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $1,255 | $2,428 |
| Downtown Norfolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,620 | $2,999 |
| Downtown Norfolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,013 | $2,150 | $4,989 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Unity Place at Kindred priced from $1,116. Wainwright has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,431. Here are the most affordable Downtown Norfolk apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Place at Kindred | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Wainwright | Frances Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,431 |
| Duke Grace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Metro On Granby Apartments | The Chrysler | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| 500 Plume | 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1,621 |
| Fusion at Neon | Hopper | Studio,1BA | $1,687 |
| Attain Downtown | The Sphere 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Attain Downtown East | The Duke | 1BR,1BA | $1,834 |
| 142 West York | Spencer | Studio,1BA | $1,907 |
| Icon Norfolk Apartments | Charles | Studio,1BA | $1,914 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Norfolk, VA
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Norfolk area is the $2.18 price per square foot The Wiloughby Model at Attain Downtown East in the in the Dnc neighborhood starting from $3,168. The second greatest value Downtown Norfolk apartment is the Taurus Model at Gravity on 400 starting at $2,564 with a $2.67 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 Wiloughby | 3BR,3BA | $2.18 |
| Gravity on 400 | Taurus | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Heritage at Freemason Harbour | Duke | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Law Building | Villanova | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Botetourt | Greenbrier | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Duke Grace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The James | The Tatterson | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 500 Plume | 808 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Attain Downtown | The Sphere 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 Wainwright listed at $1,431.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Norfolk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Norfolk Apartment is $1,116 at Unity Place at Kindred.
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 $1,331 at Unity Place 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 Unity Place at Kindred and starts from $1,529.
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