
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (79 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Bayview area of Norfolk.


Spring Creek

6352 Edward St

9233 Atwood Ave

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Merrimack Landing

7433 Fenner St, Unit 7813-2

Ashley Trace Apartments

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

2642 E Ocean View Ave

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Admirals Way
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Oakmont North Apartments

Berkley Square Apartments

Brentwood Forest Apartments

9117 Chesapeake Blvd

Mariners Watch

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 2

718 Lesner Ave, Unit 4

Dundale Square

Crossroads Landing

Woodmere Trace
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9537 Granby St, Unit 2

122 D View Ave

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

Crossroads Landing East

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

1336 E Balview Ave

160 W Seaview Ave

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Gates of West Bay

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Royal Mace Apartments

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9517 5th Bay St #B, Unit 9517 5th Bay #B
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1415 E Ocean View Ave

ReNew Little Creek

Second Oakmont Townhouses

1243 E Ocean View Ave

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Bay View Square

Twin Gardens Apartments

Lois Lane Apartments

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

Sunrise Apartments

Bayview Terrace

Granby House

Braywood Manor

309 Ashlawn Dr

1432 Baychester Ave

Miramar Apartments

320 Ashlawn Dr
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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 | $1,499 | $875 | $2,989 |
| South Bayview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $995 | $3,099 |
| South Bayview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,045 | $4,001 |
| South Bayview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,536 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 79 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. Admirals Way 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack Landing | One Bedroom Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Admirals Way | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Crossroads Landing | C1 - Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 2065 E Ocean View Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Fenner Gardens Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,294 |
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Bayview, VA
As of June 10, 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 in the Wards Corner neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value South Bayview apartment is the C1 - Classic Model at Crossroads Landing starting at $1,200 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Suburban Acres 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Watch | The Cape Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Crossroads Landing | C1 - Classic | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Woodmere Trace | Renovated w/ W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 9517 5th Bay St #B, Unit 9517 5th Bay #B | 9517 5th Bay St #B | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Monticello Village at Ashlawn Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Admirals Way | The Captain | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Bayview Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bayview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Bayview Apartment is $963 at Merrimack Landing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Bayview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Bayview is starting from $1,075 at Merrimack Landing.
What is the most affordable South Bayview Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Bayview Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakmont North Apartments and starts from $1,045.
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