
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Gardens Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (67 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Gardens area of Norfolk.


6352 Edward St

2642 E Ocean View Ave

Oakmont North Apartments

1346 Strand St

Dundale Square

Woodmere Trace

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Pinewood Gardens Apartments

Park Towne Apartments

Pleasant Village Apartments
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East Beach Apartments

9617 11th Bay St

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ReNew Little Creek

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Village Square Apartments at East Beach

Meadowood

9633 15th Bay St

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Brittany Place Apartments

Marina Villa

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Pelican Dock Apartments

1820 Parkview Ave
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Sandy Bay Apartments (Furnished)

9716 7th Bay St

Second Oakmont Townhouses

Lansdale Garden Apartments

5th Bay Apartments

Kennebeck Apartments

Twin Gardens Apartments

Sand Beach Towers

Lois Lane Apartments

Lansdale Garden Apartments
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1859 Kingston Ave

Braywood Manor

6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd

Sandy Beach Apartments

9633 20th Bay St

1111 Hugo St

4802 Norvella Ave

Azalea Garden

Elite Apartments

OV Retreat
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3529 Dominion Ave

Cedarbird Point Apartments

1129 Green St

Fisherman's Landing

OV Harbor

2065 E Ocean View Ave

8475 Capeview Cres

9628-9632 12th Bay St

The Village at Whitehurst Farms

9527 3rd Bay St
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The Gardens, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,485 | $1,485 | $1,485 |
| The Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,025 | $3,830 |
| The Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,095 | $3,279 |
| The Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $1,045 | $4,034 |
| The Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $1,830 | $1,830 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Gardens Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available The Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Gardens area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd priced from $925. Oakmont North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable The Gardens apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Harbor Inn Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Pleasant Village Apartments | The Beach | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Woodmere Trace | Renovated w/ W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Brittany Place Apartments | Renovated Orchid | 2BR,2BA | $1,755 |
| Meadowood | The Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1,814 |
| Sandy Bay Apartments (Furnished) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| ReNew Little Creek | Apex | 1BR,1BA | $2,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Gardens, VA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Gardens area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Vintage Model at Meadowood in the in the Foxhall neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value The Gardens apartment is the B1 Model at Society at Crossroads starting at $2,489 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Lake Taylor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowood | The Vintage | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Society at Crossroads | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Woodmere Trace | Renovated w/ W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Pleasant Village Apartments | The Island | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Brittany Place Apartments | Renovated Orchid | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Pelican Dock Apartments | Lake Front 2 Bed/2 Bath only a few hundred yard... | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| ReNew Little Creek | Apex | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Harbor Inn Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Gardens Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Gardens Apartment is $1,090 at Harbor Inn Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Gardens is starting from $925 at 6228-6240 Chesapeake Blvd.
What is the most affordable The Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakmont North Apartments and starts from $1,045.
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