Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $700 (36 Rentals)

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Southern Park II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southern Park II

2412-2414 Azalea Garden RdNorfolk, VA 23513
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Ballentine Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ballentine Lofts

2415 Ballentine BlvdNorfolk, VA 23509
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Lois Lane Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

1415-1419 Lois LnNorfolk, VA 23513
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Tomlin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tomlin Apartments

4914 E Princess Anne RdNorfolk, VA 23502
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Princess Anne Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Princess Anne Gardens

4852-4868 E Princess Anne RdNorfolk, VA 23502
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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4907 E Princess Anne RdNorfolk, VA 23502
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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1111 Hugo StNorfolk, VA 23513
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951 Bellmore Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

951 Bellmore Ave

951 Bellmore AveNorfolk, VA 23504
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Arcadia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Apartments

5570 E Virginia Beach BlvdNorfolk, VA 23502
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Azalea Garden
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Azalea Garden

3148 Azalea Garden RdNorfolk, VA 23513
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Quill Farms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Quill Farms

5430 Greenplain RdNorfolk, VA 23502
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1129 Green St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1129 Green St

1129 Green StNorfolk, VA 23513
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Broadcreek Renaissance
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Broadcreek Renaissance

1420 Merrimac AveNorfolk, VA 23504
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Tranquility at the Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tranquility at the Lake

5827 Burton Station RdVirginia Beach, VA 23455
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River Oaks, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1129 Green St priced from $1,195. University Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1129 Green StI bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
University ApartmentsThe Chesterfield1BR,1BA$1,230
ReNew NorfolkAnderson1BR,1BA$1,545
Crossroads TownhomesTwo Bedroom Flat - Renovated2BR,2BA$1,550
Crown Point TownhomesTH2-1 Upgrade2BR,1BA$1,610
Brittany Place ApartmentsRenovated Lily2BR,2BA$1,610
Lake Taylor Pointe Apartment HomesJoin Our One Bedroom Waitlist!1BR,1BA$1,775
MeadowoodThe Vintage2BR,2BA$1,825
Livano NorfolkA1.11BR,1BA$2,098
Society at CrossroadsC23BR,2BA$3,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, VA

As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $2.02 price per square foot C2 Model at Society at Crossroads in the in the Lake Taylor neighborhood starting from $3,049. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the The Vintage Model at Meadowood starting at $1,825 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Foxhall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Society at CrossroadsC23BR,2BA$2.02
MeadowoodThe Vintage2BR,2BA$1.48
Crown Point TownhomesTH 2-1 Reno2BR,1BA$1.49
Brittany Place ApartmentsRenovated Orchid2BR,2BA$1.71
Crossroads TownhomesTwo Bedroom Flat - Renovated2BR,2BA$1.71
University ApartmentsThe Chesterfield1BR,1BA$1.48
Livano NorfolkA1.11BR,1BA$2.61
Lake Taylor Pointe Apartment HomesJoin Our One Bedroom Waitlist!1BR,1BA$2.46
ReNew NorfolkAnderson1BR,1BA$2.15
1129 Green StI bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
River Oaks, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #109

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the River Oaks Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Oaks Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment is $1,195 at 1129 Green St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Oaks is starting from $1,550 at Crossroads Townhomes.

What is the most affordable River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crown Point Townhomes and starts from $1,850.

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