Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $600 (24 Rentals)

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7731 Diven St

NorfolkVA23505
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7314 Hampton Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7314 Hampton Blvd

7314 Hampton BlvdNorfolk, VA 23505
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University Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Towers

1064-1070 W 48th StNorfolk, VA 23508
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Granby House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Granby House

100 Suburban PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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Royal Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Oaks Apartments

7737 Harrison RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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320 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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1063 W 48th St

NorfolkVA23508
property at 7731 Diven St

7731 Diven St

NorfolkVA23505

The Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in Norfolk, VA: Great Price Meets Quality of Life

Discover Norfolk, VA's best affordable rental neighborhoods like Ghent & Downtown. Enjoy a low cost of living, top schools, vibrant arts, and waterfront views while renting.

Riverfront, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Pointe priced from $930. The Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $956. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
The Lafayette ApartmentsThe GhentStudio,1BA$956
Sewells Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Larchmont ApartmentsBodhi1BR,1BA$1,000
Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+One bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, VA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.31 price per square foot 210 Granby Park Model at 210 Granby Park, Unit 1 in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Buckingham Place starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Edgewater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
210 Granby Park, Unit 1210 Granby Park2BR,1BA$1.31
Buckingham Place2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Colony Point ApartmentsThe Thoroughgood2BR,1BA$1.37
North Shore GardensThe Maple2BR,1BA$1.57
307 W Little Creek Rd2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.68
Parkwood ManorB12BR,1BA$1.35
Enfield Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom- Standard2BR,1BA$1.62
Reserves at Tidewater1 Bed/1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.72
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
The Lafayette ApartmentsThe GhentStudio ,1BA$1.73

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #92

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Riverfront, Norfolk, and the greater Norfolk area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Riverfront Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?

The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Arbor Pointe which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $2,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverfront?

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 26 regular apartments in Riverfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.