
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ocean View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (44 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Ocean View area of Norfolk.


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Merrimack Landing

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Admirals Way

Ashley Trace Apartments

OV Living

Mariners Watch

1336 E Balview Ave

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Royal Mace Apartments

1415 E Ocean View Ave

1243 E Ocean View Ave

Bay View Square

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

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1432 Baychester Ave

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259 W Ocean View Ave

Bayview Terrace

9309 Belgrave Ave

OV Living
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1600 Kingston Ave

1301 Oak Park Ave

Sherwood Flats

OV Cottage

Fisherman's Landing

OV Coast

1128 Virgilina Ave

OV Escape
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9550 Lakeside Dr

9643 Beaumont St

614 Dune St

614 Dune St, Unit 1

9101 Hammett Ave

1208 W Ocean View Ave Apartments

Sea Shack

8644 Chesapeake Blvd
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320 New St

Hillside Cove

8524 Chapin St

OV Mirage
West Ocean View, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Ocean View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ocean View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $950 | $7,628 |
| West Ocean View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,075 | $2,795 |
| West Ocean View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $1,205 | $8,800 |
| West Ocean View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,536 | $3,263 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Ocean View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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Cheapest Available West Ocean View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ocean View area of Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashley Trace Apartments priced from $1,100. 1415 E Ocean View Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable West Ocean View apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1357 East Ocean View Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ocean View, VA
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Ocean View area is the $1.88 price per square foot Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 Model at Pinewell Station in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value West Ocean View apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1415 E Ocean View Ave starting at $1,450 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Northside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Ocean View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Ashley Trace Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 1357 East Ocean View Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 3 | 1204 Hillside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Ocean View Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Ocean View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Ocean View is starting from $1,245 at Ashley Trace Apartments.
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