
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western Branch Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $600 (28 Rentals)
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Manor View Apartments

Hodges Manor Apartments

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Residences at Crawford Farms

Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor!

Cedar Creek Apartments

Hodges Ferry East Townhomes
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804 City Park Ave

1556 Darren Cir

5020 Fable Ave

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4633 Drum Point Ln

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Miars Farm
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Taylor Pointe Apartments

Maplewood

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3453 Clover Meadows Dr, Unit 3453, Unit 3453

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Bridge 17 Apartment Homes

Belleville Meadows

The Orchards at Belleville
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The Sterling

Wellington at Western Branch Apartments

513 Truitt Rd

Clairmont At Jolliff Landing

3225 Clover Rd E

3701 Radford Cir
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Western Branch, Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western Branch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Branch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $960 | $1,750 |
| Western Branch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,140 | $2,250 |
| Western Branch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $1,295 | $2,110 |
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Cheapest Available Western Branch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western Branch area of Virginia Beach, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Collinswood Lake Apartments priced from $995. The Orchards at Belleville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,073. Here are the most affordable Western Branch apartments for rent in Virginia Beach, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collinswood Lake Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Orchards at Belleville | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Residences at Crawford Farms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Taylor Pointe Apartments | The Lakeside | 2BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,348 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | 1BREN | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bridge 17 Apartment Homes | The York | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western Branch, VA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western Branch area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Beds Model at Collinswood Lake Apartments in the in the Western Branch neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Western Branch apartment is the MC.2B1.5B Model at Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! starting at $1,288 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western Branch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collinswood Lake Apartments | 3 Beds | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| 3453 Clover Meadows Dr, Unit 3453 | 3453 Clover Meadows Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Bridge 17 Apartment Homes | The York | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Taylor Pointe Apartments | The Lakeside | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Residences at Crawford Farms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Orchards at Belleville | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | 1BREN | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Western Branch, Portsmouth, VA
Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Branch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western Branch?
The cheapest apartment in Western Branch is Collinswood Lake Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Western Branch costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western Branch?
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 9 regular apartments in Western Branch 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 Western Branch?
Cheap apartments in Western Branch have an average cost of $418 which is $1,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western Branch.
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