
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (37 Rentals)
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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 |
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South Bayview Studio Apartments | $1,087 | $1,080 | $1,095 |
South Bayview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $835 | $2,070 |
South Bayview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $965 | $2,195 |
South Bayview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $1,045 | $2,521 |
South Bayview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,379 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 37 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 2 Beds unit found at Spring Creek priced from $995. Crossroads Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable South Bayview apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
Crossroads Landing | B1 - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,029 |
9610 Sherwood Pl | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Gates of West Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,194 |
Pinewood Gardens Apartments | The Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bayview, VA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Bayview area is the $1.55 price per square foot Clifton Model at ReNew Little Creek in the in the Foxhall neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value South Bayview apartment is the 2A Model at Woodmere Trace starting at $1,435 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Foxhall neighborhood. 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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ReNew Little Creek | Clifton | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Woodmere Trace | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Pinewood Gardens Apartments | The Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Gates of West Bay | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Ashley Trace Apartments | 2BR Eat in kitchen/WD | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Spring Creek | 2 BD/ 1 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Crossroads Landing East | B2 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Crossroads Landing | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 1 | 1204 Hillside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Bayview, Norfolk, VA
Ranked #109
Among neighborhoods in Norfolk, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Bayview Neighborhood in Norfolk, VA
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+ which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in South Bayview costs $2,450.
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 $233 which is $2,217 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Bayview.
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