
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Va Beach, VA from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Mallard Cove Apartments

Meridian Watermark

Chester Townhomes

Watermark Gardens

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Swift Creek Commons Apartments

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Creekpointe Apartments

Old Hundred Trace
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Cross Creek Apartments

Arbor Lake

Hunter's Chase Apartments

Sterling Glen Apartments

The Station Apartments

River Forest

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Addison at Swift Creek

Livingston Apartment Flats
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Austin Woods

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The Lawton Townhomes

Sapphire at Centerpointe

Garden Springs Apartments

Glenmoor Oaks

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Waterside at Ironbridge

Colony at Centerpointe

The Grove at Swift Creek
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Madison Ironbridge

Abberly CenterPointe Apartment Homes

MAA Pavilion Place

Avant at Midlothian

Commonwealth Apartments

Rockwood Park

Luxe 360 on Centerpointe

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The Reserve at Rivington
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Festival Park

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Chester Village Senior Apartments

3900 Maze Runner Dr

4613 Bridgewood Rd

4905 Long Shadow Dr

7806 Fern Hollow Dr

14708 Midship Woods Ct
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14711 Hancock Crst Wy

15618 Twisted Cedar Dr

4417 Burgess House Ln

12201 Dutch Elm Cir
Va Beach, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Va Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Va Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $511 | $3,762 |
| Va Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $1,130 | $4,803 |
| Va Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,210 | $4,260 |
| Va Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,320 | $3,465 |
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Cheapest Available Va Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Va Beach, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community priced from $511. Meridian Watermark in the Cascade Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Va Beach apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $511 |
| Meridian Watermark | Afton 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Cross Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Chester Village Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom / Solarium | 2BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Sterling Glen Apartments | The Ludlow | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Hunter's Chase Apartments | Chesterfield Cup | 1BR,1BA | $1,453 |
| River Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
| Addison at Swift Creek | Wellesley | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| Waterside at Ironbridge | Potomac | 1BR,1BA | $1,547 |
| Livingston Apartment Flats | SOLIS | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Va Beach, VA and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Va Beach area is the $1.67 price per square foot Wren Model at Towns At Swift Creek in the in the Charter Colony- Hartley Village neighborhood starting from $2,886. The second greatest value Va Beach apartment is the C2 Model at Swift Creek Commons Apartments starting at $2,215 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Mabry at Watermill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Va Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Towns At Swift Creek | Wren | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Swift Creek Commons Apartments | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| The Grove at Swift Creek | Westover | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| The Station Apartments | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Chester Village Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom / Solarium | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Lawton Townhomes | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Garden Springs Apartments | Firenzi 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Sapphire at Centerpointe | Aquamarine | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Meridian Watermark | Afton 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Va Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Va Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Va Beach Apartment is $511 at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Va Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Va Beach is starting from $1,382 at Ashlake Crossings Apartments 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Va Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Va Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lawton Townhomes and starts from $1,809.
Expert Rental Resources
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.