
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tidewater Gardens Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $600 (79 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Tidewater Gardens area of Norfolk.


307 W 32nd St

316 W 31st St

801 Greenway Ct, Unit 801 Greenway Ct. B-9

3235 Flanders Ave

2540 Ballentine Blvd

Origin Circle at Kindred

Villa Terrace

Unity Place at Kindred

2930 Gate House Rd
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The Rockefeller

Hague Towers

2421 Arkansas Ave

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1003 Colley Ave, Unit Floor 2

405 Clifton St

The Law Building

234 W 27th St, Unit 3

The James

Pembroke Towers

2401 Ruffin St
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1439 Moultrie Ave, Unit 1

Botetourt

Berkley Apartments

Reunion Senior Living at Kindred

The Banks at Berkley

Ballentine Lofts

Market Heights Apartments

886 A Ave

The Broadmoor

3127 Argonne Ave
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The Lofts at 119

Mission College Apartments

a2905L

1015 Campostella Rd

3210 Llewellyn Ave

Wayne & Stanfield Apartments

618-620 W Olney Rd

225 W 31st St

812 W 27th St

951 Bellmore Ave
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864 W 34th St

Clairmont at Campostella I

2815 Llewellyn Ave

Taylor-Whittle Apartments

The Loraine

Bell Diamond Manor

The Retreat at Harbor Pointe

Broadcreek Renaissance

811 East 30th Street

Holland House Apartments
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Tidewater Gardens, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tidewater Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tidewater Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,598 | $975 | $1,990 |
| Tidewater Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $900 | $2,254 |
| Tidewater Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,025 | $3,139 |
| Tidewater Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,480 | $4,929 |
| Tidewater Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tidewater Gardens Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available Tidewater Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tidewater Gardens area of Norfolk, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Harbor Square Apartments priced from $1,025. Beacon 303 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Tidewater Gardens apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Beacon 303 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Bains Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Silvertree Seniors | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tidewater Gardens, VA
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tidewater Gardens area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Model at Holley Pointe in the in the South Brambleton neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Tidewater Gardens apartment is the THE COMMODORE Model at Sterling King starting at $1,827 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the South Brambleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tidewater Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holley Pointe | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Sterling King | THE COMMODORE | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Bains Pointe | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 426 London St | 426 London St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1100 Wilson Rd | 3BR | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Harbor Vista at Crawford Street | Aurora | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Unity Place at Kindred | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Virginia, including Norfolk. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tidewater Gardens Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tidewater Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Tidewater Gardens is Beacon 303 which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Tidewater Gardens costs $2,235.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tidewater Gardens?
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 Tidewater Gardens 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 Tidewater Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Tidewater Gardens have an average cost of $160 which is $2,075 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tidewater Gardens.
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