
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Air Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (62 Rentals)
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161 D View Ave, Unit 8

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Merrimack Landing

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Arbor Pointe

1445 Kingston Ave

8040 Becket St

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

Brentwood Forest Apartments

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Sewells Park
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Ashley Trace Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

Mariners Watch

Sterling Oaks Apartments

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718 Lesner Ave, Unit 2

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171 W Balview Ave, Unit 7

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718 Lesner Ave, Unit 4

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171 W Balview Ave, Unit 2

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

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171 W Balview Ave, Unit 5
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Gates of West Bay

1336 E Balview Ave

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Bay View Square

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

1859 Kingston Ave
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1831 Kingston Ave

Bayview Terrace

Sunrise Apartments

Granby House

309 Ashlawn Dr

West Beach Apartments

1432 Baychester Ave

611 W Ocean View Ave

Willow Sands Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr
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259 W Ocean View Ave

755 Guy Ave

Bayview Terrace

OV Retreat

9309 Belgrave Ave

OV Living

1600 Kingston Ave

1301 Oak Park Ave

511 Ashlawn Dr

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 | $1,385 | $875 | $7,593 |
| Ocean Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $995 | $2,964 |
| Ocean Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,502 | $1,205 | $8,829 |
| Ocean Air 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,536 | $3,371 |
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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 Merrimack Landing priced from $963. Arbor Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Ocean Air apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Landing | One Bedroom Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| OV Escape | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 2065 E Ocean View Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 507 Ashlawn Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Air, VA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Air area is the $1.80 price per square foot Cape Charles- Wait List 3BR- C1 Model at Pinewell Station in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Ocean Air apartment is the C1 - Renovated Model at Crossroads Landing starting at $1,600 with a $1.39 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 | Cape Charles- Wait List 3BR- C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Crossroads Landing | C1 - Renovated | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 507 Ashlawn Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| OV Escape | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Merrimack Landing | One Bedroom Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia including Ocean Air, Norfolk, and the greater Norfolk area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Air Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean Air?
The cheapest apartment in Ocean Air is Merrimack Landing which is listed at $963, while the average apartment in Ocean Air costs $1,654.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean Air?
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 13 regular apartments in Ocean Air 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 Ocean Air?
Cheap apartments in Ocean Air have an average cost of $230 which is $1,424 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean Air.
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