Cheap Homes for Rent in River Oaks Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $900 (10 Rentals)

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property at 2540 Ballentine Blvd

$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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2540 Ballentine Blvd

NorfolkVA23509
property at 4802 Norvella Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4802 Norvella Ave

NorfolkVA23513
property at 3507 Cape Henry Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 22

3507 Cape Henry Ave

NorfolkVA23513

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property at 3400 Lafayette Blvd

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3400 Lafayette Blvd

NorfolkVA23513
property at 3320 Lyons Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 19

3320 Lyons Ave

NorfolkVA23509

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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 2 Beds unit found at 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd priced from $925. Ingleside Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$925
Ingleside Square Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,000
The Pointe at Pickett Farms1BR1BR,1BA$1,108

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, VA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $2.03 price per square foot 3BR 2BA (1485 SF) Model at District 757 Apartments in the in the Lake Taylor neighborhood starting from $3,008. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the The Vintage Model at Meadowood starting at $1,850 with a $1.50 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.
District 757 Apartments3BR 2BA (1485 SF)3BR,2BA$2.03
MeadowoodThe Vintage2BR,2BA$1.50
Crown Point TownhomesTH 2-1 Reno2BR,1BA$1.51
University ApartmentsThe Blair2BR,1BA$1.55
2515 Arkansas Ave, Unit B2515 Arkansas Ave2BR,1BA$2.39
6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.05
2527 Arkansas Ave, Unit A2527 Arkansas Ave2BR,1BA$2.16
Ingleside Square Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Lake Taylor Pointe Apartment HomesJoin Our One Bedroom Waitlist!1BR,1BA$2.63
The Pointe at Pickett Farms1BR1BR,1BA$1.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about River Oaks

What type of rentals are currently available in River Oaks?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, VA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $5,129. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Oaks ranging from $900 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River Oaks?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Oaks ranges from $900 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,860.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in River Oaks?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in River Oaks range from $1,075 to $5,129, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,875 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,030.

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.

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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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