
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Air Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $550 (79 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

Ashley Trace Apartments

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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

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Royal Mace Apartments

1415 E Ocean View Ave

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9517 5th Bay St #A
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351 Fort Worth Ave

216 Dulwich Crescent, Unit 1

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

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Bay View Square

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave
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Sunrise Apartments

Bayview Terrace

Granby House

309 Ashlawn Dr

1432 Baychester Ave

West Beach Apartments

Willow Sands Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr

611 W Ocean View Ave

259 W Ocean View Ave
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755 Guy Ave

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1600 Kingston Ave

511 Ashlawn Dr

1301 Oak Park Ave

Sherwood Flats

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Ocean Air, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $875 | $8,272 |
| Ocean Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $995 | $6,612 |
| Ocean Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $1,205 | $10,000+ |
| Ocean Air 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,553 | $1,536 | $6,307 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ocean Air Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Air 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 Ocean Air 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 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1,814 |
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Air, VA
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Air area is the $1.88 price per square foot Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 Model at Pinewell Station in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Ocean Air apartment is the B1 - Renovated Model at Crossroads Landing starting at $1,450 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Suburban Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 9517 5th Bay St #A | 9517 5th Bay St #A | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 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 Ocean Air Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Air Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Air Apartment is $1,025 at Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean Air Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Air is starting from $1,170 at Brentwood Forest Apartments.
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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.
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