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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 8Riverpoint
6415 Newport AveNorfolk, VA 23505
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $600 (51 Rentals)
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityCromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+
114 Cromwell PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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7872 Ogden AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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Sewells Park
408 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityTalbot Park Apartments
118 Warren StNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 29Larchmont Apartments
5504 Monroe PlNorfolk, VA 23508
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Arbor Pointe
502 Grantham RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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Bondale
7603 Bondale AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 12Sterling Oaks Apartments
124 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEnfield Gardens Apartments
7704 Enfield AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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1482 Meads Rd
NorfolkVA23505
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Parkwood Manor
7703 Major AveNorfolk, VA 23505
1132 Virginia Ave
NorfolkVA23511
1482 Meads Rd
NorfolkVA23505
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowReserves at Tidewater
8600 Glen Myrtle AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityHampton Creek Apartments
1612 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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Paradigm Apartments
7130 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowColony Point Apartments
901 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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Townhomes at West Little Creek
307 W Little Creek RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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North Shore Gardens
7701 Enfield AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWestport
599 Westport StNorfolk, VA 23505
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBuckingham Place
1040 Buckingham AveNorfolk, VA 23508
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The Watermark at Talbot Park
7221 Newport AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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1111 Charleston St
1111 Charleston StNorfolk, VA 23505
721 Maryland Ave
NorfolkVA23508
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVerve 261
261 Suburban PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 10River House Apartments
4253 Llewellyn AveNorfolk, VA 23504
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337 Woodview Ave, Unit A
337 Woodview AveNorfolk, VA 23505
127 Granby Park Dr, Unit #1, Unit #1
127 Granby Park Dr
NorfolkVA23505
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110 Marcy St, Unit 110/ U2
110 Marcy StNorfolk, VA 23505
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Covepointe at the Landings
1001 Bolling AveNorfolk, VA 23508
233 Beechwood Ave
NorfolkVA23505
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7314 Hampton Blvd
7314 Hampton BlvdNorfolk, VA 23505
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University Towers
1064-1070 W 48th StNorfolk, VA 23508
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Delaware Plaza Apartments
200 Delaware AveNorfolk, VA 23504
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Granby House
100 Suburban PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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309 Ashlawn Dr
309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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Royal Oaks Apartments
7737 Harrison RdNorfolk, VA 23505
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320 Ashlawn Dr
320 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments
312 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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.
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The Lafayette Apartments
4601 Mayflower RdNorfolk, VA 23508
201 Glendale Ave
NorfolkVA23505
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351 Fort Worth Ave
351 Fort Worth AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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Ben Moreell
428 Ingram LoopNorfolk, VA 23505
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Joint Forces Staff College
429 Ingram LoopNorfolk, VA 23505
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7713 N Shirland Ave
7713 N Shirland AveNorfolk, VA 23505
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Riverpoint Court
6111 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23505
229 Greenbrier Ave
NorfolkVA23505
1729 W 49th St
NorfolkVA23508
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Castle Acres
272 Royal Windsor LoopNorfolk, VA 23505
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Riverfront, Norfolk, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,554 | $1,375 | $1,690 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $990 | $2,331 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $1,025 | $2,503 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,515 | $3,777 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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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 Beechwood Apartments priced from $1,055. Arbor Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,135. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Beechwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Loft - Beechwood Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Ghent | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Enfield Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom- Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Townhomes at West Little Creek | Standard 2BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Reserves at Tidewater | 2 Bed/1 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Parkwood Manor | 2 bdrm Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Westport | Magnolia | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, VA
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.58 price per square foot The Baylor Model at Colony Point Apartments in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartments Model at Verve 261 starting at $1,819 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the North Meadow Brook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Colony Point Apartments | The Baylor | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Verve 261 | Two Bedroom Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Townhomes at West Little Creek | Standard 2BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 1111 Charleston St | 1111 Charleston St | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Parkwood Manor | 2 bdrm Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Enfield Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom- Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Beechwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Loft - Beechwood Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Beechwood Apartments which is listed at $1,055, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $2,200.
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 40 regular apartments in Riverfront 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 Riverfront?
Cheap apartments in Riverfront have an average cost of $497 which is $1,703 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverfront.
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