Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Bayview Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (37 Rentals)

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1243 E Ocean View Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1243 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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5th Bay Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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
1 Bedroom Apartments

A8450T

8450 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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1444 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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A1437K
1 Bedroom Apartments

A1437K

1437 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503

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Bayview Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Terrace

1433-1445 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Sunrise Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

8426 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23518
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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
Senior Living
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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309 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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a320as
2 Bedroom Apartments

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320 Ashlawn DrNorfolk, VA 23505
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a6512m
1 Bedroom Apartments

a6512m

6512 N Military HwyNorfolk, VA 23518
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Bayview Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Terrace

8500 Tidewater DrNorfolk, VA 23503
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OV Retreat
1 Bedroom Apartments

OV Retreat

2019 E Ocean View AveNorfolk, VA 23503

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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$995
Crossroads LandingB1 - Classic2BR,1BA$1,000
Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+One bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,029
9610 Sherwood PlStudioStudio,1BA$1,080
Fenner Gardens Apartments1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$1,099
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen2BR,1BA$1,115
Gates of West BayB22BR,1BA$1,194
Pinewood Gardens ApartmentsThe Azalea2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
ReNew Little CreekClifton2BR,2BA$1.55
Woodmere Trace2A2BR,1BA$1.44
Pinewood Gardens ApartmentsThe Azalea2BR,1BA$1.25
Gates of West BayB22BR,1BA$1.20
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.08
Ashley Trace Apartments2BR Eat in kitchen/WD2BR,1BA$1.35
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Crossroads Landing EastB2 - Renovated2BR,1BA$1.80
Crossroads LandingA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.83
1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 11204 Hillside Ave1BR,1BA$1.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Bayview, Norfolk, VA

Ranked #109

Among neighborhoods in Norfolk, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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!

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

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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