
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $550 (75 Rentals)
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6352 Edward St

6352 Edward St

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Merrimack Landing

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Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

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Admirals Way

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Oakmont North Apartments

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Brentwood Forest Apartments

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Ashley Trace Apartments

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Berkley Square Apartments
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Mariners Watch

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Dundale Square

9609 14th Bay St

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Woodmere Trace

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

3320 Pleasant Ave

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Crossroads Landing

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Gates of West Bay

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Royal Mace Apartments

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Fenner Gardens Apartments
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9634 Elnora St

117 W Balview Ave

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9517 5th Bay St #A

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1415 E Ocean View Ave

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Crossroads Landing East

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ReNew Little Creek

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

5th Bay Apartments

Bay View Square
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Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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1859 Kingston Ave

A1437K

769 Denison Ave

Sunrise Apartments

Bayview Terrace

Granby House
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Braywood Manor

309 Ashlawn Dr

1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr

1350 Picadilly St

755 Guy Ave

Elite Apartments

Park Terrace Apartments

Bayview Terrace
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South Bayview, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Bayview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Bayview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $875 | $2,979 |
| South Bayview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $995 | $3,890 |
| South Bayview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $1,045 | $4,168 |
| South Bayview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,224 | $1,536 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available South Bayview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Bayview area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Merrimack Landing priced from $963. Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable South Bayview apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Landing | One Bedroom Duplex | 1BR, 1BA | $963 |
| Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,025 |
| Admirals Way | The Captain | 1BR, 1BA | $1,030 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR, 1BA | $1,045 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR, 1BA | $1,103 |
| Woodmere Trace | Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $1,235 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR, 2BA | $1,300 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
| Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR, 1BA | $1,394 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bayview, VA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Bayview area is the $1.02 price per square foot The Cape Hatteras Model at Mariners Watch in the Wards Corner neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value South Bayview apartment is the C1 - Renovated Model at Crossroads Landing in the Suburban Acres neighborhood starting at $1,700 with a $1.48 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Bayview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR, 2BA | $1.02 |
| Crossroads Landing | C1 - Renovated | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.48 |
| 8582 Chesapeake Blvd, Unit 309, Unit 309 | 8582 Chesapeake Blvd, Unit 309 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.46 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| Woodmere Trace | Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR, 1BA | $1.23 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| 9517 5th Bay St #A | 9517 5th Bay St #A | 2BR, 1BA | $1.76 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR Balcony | 1BR, 1BA | $1.73 |
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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 Merrimack Landing which is listed at $963, while the average apartment in South Bayview costs $1,500.
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 7 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 $234 which is $1,266 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bayview.
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