
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willowwood Neighborhood of Norfolk, VA from $400 (94 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Willowwood area of Norfolk.


2812 Church St

2812 Church St

2606 Middle Ave

1436 Bolton St

Spring Creek

1225 W 39th St

307 W 32nd St

1612 Kingsway Rd

316 W 31st St
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2812 Church St

Riverpoint

Cromwell House Senior Apartments - 55+

Oakmont North Apartments

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Sewells Park

Talbot Park Apartments

Villa Terrace

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2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

Larchmont Apartments

Berkley Square Apartments
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Brentwood Forest Apartments

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Arbor Pointe

6249 Alexander St

Sterling Oaks Apartments

Dundale Square

Enfield Gardens Apartments

717 Guy Ave, Unit B9

717 Guy Ave

201 Burleigh Ave

1611 Hampton Blvd, Unit B8
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211 W 29th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

2812 Church St

4566 Hampshire Ave

1482 Meads Rd

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Parkwood Manor

121 W 32nd St Apartments

Crossroads Landing East

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Fenner Gardens Apartments

1482 Meads Rd

2401 Ruffin St
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Crossroads Landing

Colony Point Apartments

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Townhomes at West Little Creek

7710 N Shirland Ave

2846 Grandy Ave

Village Pointe Apartments

Second Oakmont Townhouses

Colonial Hall Apartments

Lansdale Garden Apartments

Lakewood Plaza
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Willowwood, Norfolk, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willowwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowwood Studio Apartments | $1,584 | $1,450 | $1,650 |
| Willowwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $704 | $2,190 |
| Willowwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $899 | $2,496 |
| Willowwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $759 | $3,777 |
| Willowwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $709 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Available Willowwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willowwood area of Norfolk, VA is a 4 Beds unit found at Proximity at ODU priced from $709. 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 Willowwood apartments for rent in Norfolk, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proximity at ODU | Room In 4 Bed - 4 Bath - September Resident Ren... | 4BR,4BA | $709 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| The Lafayette Apartments | The Ghent | Studio,1BA | $1,117 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath/Garden - Brentwood Forest | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Arbor Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Parkwood Manor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| 121 W 32nd St Apartments | 2-BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willowwood, VA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willowwood area is the $1.13 price per square foot 7928 Pythian Ave Model at 7928 Pythian Ave in the in the Suburban Acres neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Willowwood apartment is the 211 W 29th St Model at 211 W 29th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the South Brambleton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willowwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7928 Pythian Ave | 7928 Pythian Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 211 W 29th St, Unit 1 | 211 W 29th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 1 | 2834 Tidewater Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Crossroads Landing | B1 - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Berkley Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Crossroads Townhomes | Two Bedroom Flat - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Brentwood Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath/Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Oakmont North Apartments | 3 x 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Townhomes at West Little Creek | Standard 2BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 121 W 32nd St Apartments | 2-BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willowwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Willowwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Willowwood is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willowwood?
The cheapest apartment in Willowwood is Arbor Pointe which is listed at $1,135, while the average apartment in Willowwood costs $1,980.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willowwood?
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 38 regular apartments in Willowwood 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 Willowwood?
Cheap apartments in Willowwood have an average cost of $356 which is $1,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willowwood.
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