
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (32 Rentals)
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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 | $1,355 | $1,080 | $1,509 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $850 | $1,897 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $995 | $2,350 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,136 | $2,564 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $1,448 | $3,507 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northside Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Northside, Norfolk, VA Local Guide
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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 Arbor Pointe priced from $930. Sewells Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| Admiral's Way Apartments | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Sherwood Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| Sterling Oaks Apartments | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, VA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Baylor Model at Colony Point Apartments in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $1,615. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Fisherman's Landing starting at $1,200 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Suburban Acres 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Point Apartments | The Baylor | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Fisherman's Landing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| East Bay Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Admiral's Way Apartments | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthside, Norfolk, VA
Ranked #83
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Norfolk. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Northside Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northside is under $1,120.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is Arbor Pointe which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Northside costs $1,878.
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 30 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 $231 which is $1,647 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
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