
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norfolk State Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $600 (88 Rentals)
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316 W 31st St

307 W 32nd St

Ingleside Square Apartments

427 W 30th St

Origin Circle at Kindred

Villa Terrace

Unity Place at Kindred

The Rockefeller

2421 Arkansas Ave
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Hague Towers

405 Clifton St

The Law Building

751 Shirley Ave

3702 Cape Henry Ave

The James

2401 Ruffin St

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308 31st W St, Unit F

2412 Azalea Garden Rd, Unit 205

1439 Moultrie Ave, Unit 1
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2401 Ruffin St

Duke Grace Apartments

Icon Norfolk Apartments

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2808 Lafayette Blvd, Unit 1

1100 Wilson Rd

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1419 Colonial Ave, Unit 3

241 Granby St

The Atlantic Permanent

Metro On Granby Apartments

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Gravity on 400
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Museum Apartments

Berkley Apartments

Southern Park II

Reunion Senior Living at Kindred

The Banks at Berkley

Ballentine Lofts

Market Heights Apartments

Princess Court Apartments

886 A Ave

3127 Argonne Ave
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The Lofts at 119

Mission College Apartments

Princess Anne Gardens

1015 Campostella Rd

3210 Llewellyn Ave

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Sherwood Forest Apartments

618-620 W Olney Rd

2421 Courtney Ave

812 W 27th St
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Norfolk State, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norfolk State?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk State Studio Apartments | $1,629 | $1,210 | $1,970 |
| Norfolk State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $750 | $2,625 |
| Norfolk State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,000 | $3,160 |
| Norfolk State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $1,075 | $4,649 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Norfolk State Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Norfolk State Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Norfolk State area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ingleside Square Apartments priced from $1,000. Clairmont at Campostella I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,081. Here are the most affordable Norfolk State apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ingleside Square Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Clairmont at Campostella I | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1,081 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Duke Grace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1100 Wilson Rd | 3BR | 3BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norfolk State, VA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norfolk State area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2BR Model at Clairmont at Campostella I in the in the South Brambleton neighborhood starting from $1,081. The second greatest value Norfolk State apartment is the 3BR Model at 1100 Wilson Rd starting at $1,495 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Brambleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norfolk State apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairmont at Campostella I | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 1100 Wilson Rd | 3BR | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| 1419 Colonial Ave, Unit 3 | 1419 Colonial Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Harbor Vista at Crawford Street | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 308 31st W St, Unit F | 308 31st W St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1 | 2834 Tidewater Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Ingleside Square Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Duke Grace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norfolk State Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norfolk State?
The cheapest apartment in Norfolk State is Unity Place at Kindred which is listed at $1,116, while the average apartment in Norfolk State costs $2,608.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norfolk State?
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 Norfolk State 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 Norfolk State?
Cheap apartments in Norfolk State have an average cost of $135 which is $2,473 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norfolk State.
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Beyond the Dorms: Finding the Best Off-Campus Living in Norfolk
Written by: James W. Vickers
Positioned at the southeastern corner of Virginia, Norfolk is a sprawling area with close ties to Virginia Beach to the east and Newport News across the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnels to the north.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
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