Cheap Homes for Rent in Northside Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $700 (15 Rentals)

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property at 259 W Ocean View Ave

$850

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$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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259 W Ocean View Ave

NorfolkVA23503
property at 611 W Ocean View Ave

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 20

611 W Ocean View Ave

NorfolkVA23503

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property at 1201 Tallwood St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

1201 Tallwood St

NorfolkVA23518

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property at 405 Farrell St

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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405 Farrell St

NorfolkVA23503

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Northside, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

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 Merrimack Landing priced from $963. Ashley Trace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merrimack LandingOne Bedroom Duplex1BR,1BA$963
Ashley Trace Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1,000
Beechwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Beechwood Terrace1BR,1BA$1,035
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest2BR,1BA$1,120
OV Living1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, VA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $1.58 price per square foot B2U Model at Gates of West Bay in the in the North Meadow Brook neighborhood starting from $1,571. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1415 E Ocean View Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.55 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gates of West BayB2U2BR,1BA$1.58
1415 E Ocean View AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Mariners WatchThe Alternate2BR,1BA$1.22
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Royal Mace Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.00
Beechwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Beechwood Terrace1BR,1BA$1.53
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Ashley Trace Apartments1BR Balcony1BR,1BA$1.58
OV Living1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Merrimack LandingOne Bedroom Duplex1BR,1BA$1.90

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northside, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #60

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northside

What type of rentals are currently available in Northside?

There are currently 222 Apartments for Rent in Northside, VA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $3,599. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northside ranging from $750 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northside ranges from $750 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,648.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northside range from $1,200 to $2,793, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,536.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

Written by: James W. Vickers

Norfolk, Virginia, experienced a surprising population decline to 238,005 residents in the 2020 census, considering its low cost of living and high quality of life index. Renting an apartment falls well below the national average.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.