Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverfront Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Riverfront area of Norfolk.

property at 201 Glendale Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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201 Glendale Ave

NorfolkVA23505

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property at 414 Delaware Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 1

414 Delaware Ave

NorfolkVA23508
property at 229 Greenbrier Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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229 Greenbrier Ave

NorfolkVA23505
property at 1729 W 49th St

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1729 W 49th St

NorfolkVA23508

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property at 127 Granby Park Dr

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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127 Granby Park Dr, Unit #1, Unit #1

127 Granby Park Dr
NorfolkVA23505

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. The Lafayette Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,081. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beechwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Loft - Beechwood Terrace1BR,1BA$1,055
The Lafayette ApartmentsThe GhentStudio,1BA$1,081
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,135

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, VA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.43 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 Two Bedroom Apartments Model at Verve 261 starting at $1,799 with a $2.12 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paradigm Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Verve 261Two Bedroom Apartments2BR,1BA$2.12
Townhomes at West Little CreekStandard 2BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.68
1111 Charleston St1111 Charleston St2BR,1BA$2.01
North Shore GardensThe Pine1BR,1BA$1.92
Enfield Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom- Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.79
Beechwood Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Loft - Beechwood Terrace1BR,1BA$1.52
Arbor Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Sterling Oaks ApartmentsThe Cedar1BR,1BA$1.95
Sewells Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.09

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverfront?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, VA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $3,777. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverfront ranging from $1,200 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverfront ranges from $1,200 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,207.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverfront range from $1,515 to $3,777, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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