Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (62 Rentals)

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property at 2642 E Ocean View Ave

$1,075

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$1,075

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$1,075

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2642 E Ocean View Ave

NorfolkVA23518
property at 8851 Plymouth St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8851 Plymouth St

NorfolkVA23503
property at 8924 London St

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8924 London St

NorfolkVA23503

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Gates of West Bay
$1,122 - $1,496
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$1,117 - $1,491
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$1,122 - $1,496
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 21

Gates of West Bay

272 W Bay AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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property at 9117 Chesapeake Blvd

$1,125

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$1,125

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9117 Chesapeake Blvd

NorfolkVA23503
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Mariner's Watch Apartments
$1,145 - $1,300
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$1,145 - $1,300

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Mariner's Watch Apartments

440 Mariners WayNorfolk, VA 23503
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Sherwood Flats
$1,155 - $1,270
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$1,080 - $1,195
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$1,155 - $1,270
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Sherwood Flats

9610 Sherwood PlNorfolk, VA 23503
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1243 E Ocean View Ave
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1243 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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5th Bay Apartments
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5th Bay Apartments

9545-9549 5th Bay StNorfolk, VA 23518
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Bay View Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay View Square

649-701 E Leicester AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Lois Lane Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

1415-1419 Lois LnNorfolk, VA 23513
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A8450T

8450 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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1444 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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1437 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Sunrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

8426 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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Bayview Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Terrace

1433-1445 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Granby House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Granby House

100 Suburban PkyNorfolk, VA 23505
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Braywood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Braywood Manor

7000 Auburn AveNorfolk, VA 23513
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1 Bedroom Apartments

a309as

309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505

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South Bayview, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Bayview Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bayview area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Spring Creek priced from $995. Admiral's Way Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable South Bayview apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$995
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain1BR,1BA$1,030
Merrimack LandingTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1,042
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1,045
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,103
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest2BR,1BA$1,120
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1,150
Mariner's Watch ApartmentsThe Cape2BR,2BA$1,155
Dundale Square1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1,167
Sherwood Flats1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bayview, VA

As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bayview area is the $1.13 price per square foot 7928 Pythian Ave Model at 7928 Pythian Ave in the in the Suburban Acres neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value South Bayview apartment is the The Cape Model at Mariner's Watch Apartments starting at $1,155 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Wards Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bayview apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7928 Pythian Ave7928 Pythian Ave3BR,2BA$1.13
Mariner's Watch ApartmentsThe Cape2BR,2BA$1.06
Crossroads LandingB1 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.42
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.16
Brentwood Forest Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.33
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1.35
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1.23
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Lieutenant W/D2BR,1BA$1.52
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Merrimack LandingTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.49

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South Bayview, Norfolk, VA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Norfolk, Virginia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bayview Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Bayview?

The cheapest apartment in South Bayview is Admiral's Way Apartments which is listed at $1,030, while the average apartment in South Bayview costs $1,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Bayview?

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 9 regular apartments in South Bayview 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 South Bayview?

Cheap apartments in South Bayview have an average cost of $395 which is $1,405 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bayview.

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