
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $600 (45 Rentals)
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Riverpoint

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

Beechwood Apartments

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Sewells Park

Talbot Park Apartments

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Arbor Pointe

Sterling Oaks Apartments

412 Forrest Ave
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7731 Diven St, Unit E

7731 Diven St, Unit A

Larchmont Apartments

1482 Meads Rd

1482 Meads Rd

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Parkwood Manor

1132 Virginia Ave

Enfield Gardens Apartments

223 Woodview Ave
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Hampton Creek Apartments

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Bondale

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North Shore Gardens

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Paradigm Apartments

Colony Point Apartments

7456 Hampton Blvd

Westport

783 W 48th St
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Buckingham Place

7314 Hampton Blvd

University Towers

Delaware Plaza Apartments

Granby House

309 Ashlawn Dr

Royal Oaks Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr

201 Glendale Ave
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Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments

437 Connecticut Ave, Unit 2

211 Rogers Ave

351 Fort Worth Ave

Townhomes at West Little Creek

The Lafayette Apartments

840 W 43rd St

211 Maycox Ave

1601 Longwood Dr
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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 | $1,532 | $1,375 | $1,690 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $750 | $2,295 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,015 | $2,827 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,515 | $3,777 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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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 Riverpoint priced from $1,030. Beechwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,035. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverpoint | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Beechwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Beechwood Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Enfield Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom- Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Parkwood Manor | 2 bdrm Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1,462 |
| Westport | Magnolia | Studio,1BA | $1,469 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, VA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.36 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Paradigm Apartments in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the The Chelsea Model at The Lafayette Apartments starting at $1,462 with a $1.54 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradigm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Chelsea | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Riverpoint | Acacia | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Parkwood Manor | 2 bdrm Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Enfield Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom- Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Beechwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Beechwood Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Sewells Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Westport | Magnolia | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Riverpoint which is listed at $1,030, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $2,249.
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 15 regular apartments in Riverfront that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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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