
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Poplar Hills Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $800 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Poplar Hills area of Norfolk.


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Poplar Hills, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Poplar Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Hills Studio Apartments | $2,132 | $2,132 | $2,132 |
| Poplar Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $900 | $2,118 |
| Poplar Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $975 | $2,819 |
| Poplar Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,050 | $2,900 |
| Poplar Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,825 | $3,201 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Poplar Hills Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Poplar Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Poplar Hills area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Taro Walk priced from $1,288. Hampton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,349. Here are the most affordable Poplar Hills apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taro Walk | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Hampton Apartments | 2b1b Tax Credit Platinum | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Coastline Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
| University Apartments | The Blair | 2BR,1BA | $1,448 |
| Crown Point Townhomes | TH2-1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,511 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poplar Hills, VA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Poplar Hills area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3b2b Tax Credit Platinum Model at Hampton Apartments in the in the Lake Taylor neighborhood starting from $1,563. The second greatest value Poplar Hills apartment is the TH 2-1 Reno Model at Crown Point Townhomes starting at $1,831 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Lake Taylor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poplar Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Apartments | 3b2b Tax Credit Platinum | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Crown Point Townhomes | TH 2-1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| ReNew Norfolk | Burlington | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| University Apartments | The Blair | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 2515 Arkansas Ave, Unit A | 2515 Arkansas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Taro Walk | 2 bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Coastline Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 2527 Arkansas Ave, Unit A | 2527 Arkansas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Spring Water | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Solace Apartments | Synergy | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Poplar Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Poplar Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Poplar Hills is Coastline Apartments which is listed at $1,411, while the average apartment in Poplar Hills costs $2,132.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Poplar Hills?
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 Poplar Hills 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 Poplar Hills?
Cheap apartments in Poplar Hills have an average cost of $254 which is $1,878 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Poplar Hills.
Expert Rental Resources
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