
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ocean View Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $500 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Ocean View area of Norfolk.


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1204 Hillside Ave, Unit 3

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Merrimack Landing

9607 Sherwood Pl

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Admirals Way

Ashley Trace Apartments

OV Living

Mariners Watch

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Gates of West Bay

1336 E Balview Ave
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Royal Mace Apartments

1415 E Ocean View Ave

133 W Ocean Ave, Unit B

1243 E Ocean View Ave

Bay View Square

8450 Tidewater Dr

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A1437K

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Bayview Terrace
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1432 Baychester Ave

Willow Sands Apartments

259 W Ocean View Ave

Bayview Terrace

9309 Belgrave Ave

OV Living

1600 Kingston Ave

1301 Oak Park Ave

Sherwood Flats
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OV Cottage

Fisherman's Landing

OV Coast

1128 Virgilina Ave

OV Escape

9550 Lakeside Dr

9643 Beaumont St

614 Dune St, Unit 1

9103 Hammett Ave

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Sea Shack

8644 Chesapeake Blvd

320 New St

Hillside Cove

OV Mirage

The Village at Whitehurst Farms

483 W Ocean View Ave

1357 East Ocean View Ave

Dune Cottage

1518 Chela Ave
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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 | $1,764 | $950 | $7,653 |
| West Ocean View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,075 | $2,757 |
| West Ocean View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,918 | $1,205 | $8,807 |
| West Ocean View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,536 | $3,263 |
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There are currently 50 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. Admirals Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,170. 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 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| OV Escape | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| OV Living | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,319 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1357 East Ocean View Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Royal Mace Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,671 |
| Pinewell Station | Poplar- Wait List 2BR B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ocean View, VA
As of July 25, 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 3BR/2.0BA Model at Royal Mace Apartments starting at $2,143 with a $2.00 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 |
| Royal Mace Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1415 E Ocean View Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| OV Living | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Admirals Way | The Lieutenant | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| OV Escape | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ocean View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Ocean View Apartment is $1,100 at Ashley Trace 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 $1,170 at Admirals Way.
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