
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $550 (82 Rentals)
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1428 Baychester Ave

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Merrimack Landing

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Arbor Pointe

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

Brentwood Forest Apartments

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Sewells Park

Beechwood Apartments

Talbot Park Apartments
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Ashley Trace Apartments

Mariners Watch

Sterling Oaks Apartments

409 San Antonio Blvd

1336 E Balview Ave

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Gates of West Bay

Crossroads Landing

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

430 Staten St

1009 Hannah St
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1375 Kingston Ave

Colony Point Apartments

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Royal Mace Apartments

1415 E Ocean View Ave

117 W Balview Ave

Westport

351 Fort Worth Ave

216 Dulwich Crescent, Unit 1

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

Second Oakmont Townhouses
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1243 E Ocean View Ave

Bay View Square

8450 Tidewater Dr

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1859 Kingston Ave

Sunrise Apartments

Bayview Terrace

Granby House

309 Ashlawn Dr
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West Beach Apartments

1432 Baychester Ave

Willow Sands Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr

611 W Ocean View Ave

259 W Ocean View Ave

755 Guy Ave

Beechwood & Beechwood Terrace Apartments

Bayview Terrace

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Northside, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $1,489 | $1,469 | $1,509 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $995 | $5,375 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,205 | $2,700 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $1,536 | $6,307 |
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ priced from $1,025. Ashley Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Sterling Oaks Apartments | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Beechwood & Beechwood Terrace Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhome - Beechwood Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Beechwood Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhome - Beechwood Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Westport | Magnolia | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, VA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $1.02 price per square foot The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch in the in the Wards Corner neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 Model at Pinewell Station starting at $2,250 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Beechwood & Beechwood Terrace Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhome - Beechwood Terrace | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Beechwood Apartments | Two Bedroom - Beechwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Sterling Oaks Apartments | The Birchwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Northside costs $1,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?
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 3 regular apartments in Northside 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 Northside?
Cheap apartments in Northside have an average cost of $213 which is $1,087 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
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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.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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