
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Virginia Beach County, VA from $500 (100 Rentals)
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Jamestown Commons

Thalia Landing Apartments

Laurel Court Apartments

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Taro Walk

Green Lakes

Harbor Inn Apartments

Holland House - Senior 55+

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Brandywine

Chatham Square Apartments
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Lynnhaven Cove

Commons at Princess Anne

The Arbors at Birchwood

Pelican Watch

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Hampton Apartments

Emerald Point Apartments

Pipers Landing Apartments

Berkshire Apartments

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Driftwood Apartments

827 15th Half St
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Vantage Apartments

Waterford Apartments

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Lake Bradford Apartments

Indian Lakes

Mayflower Apartments

Coastline - VA

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Patriot Pointe Apartments

Tallwood Apartments

Woodberry Forest

Ridgewood Club Apartments
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Sea Pines

Pembroke Town Center

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Tivoli Apartments

Diamond Springs Apartments

5312 Justin Ct, Unit 808-11-202E

College Square Townhomes Apartments

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Bridle Creek

Seahaven Apartments

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Lakeview Apartments & Townhomes

Chartwell
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WaterFront Apartments

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Rose Hall Apartments

Harpers Square Apartments

Thousand Oaks Apartments

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Pembroke Lake Apartments

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Weblin Place

Hunter's Mill Apartments

Oasis Apartment Homes

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Woodshire Apartments

ReNew Virginia Beach
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Virginia Beach County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Virginia Beach County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach County Studio Apartments | $1,705 | $1,315 | $2,571 |
| Virginia Beach County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $715 | $3,515 |
| Virginia Beach County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $851 | $5,999 |
| Virginia Beach County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $961 | $5,495 |
| Virginia Beach County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $1,439 | $2,424 |
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Cheapest Available Virginia Beach County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Virginia Beach County, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Breeze Apartments - West in the Northwest neighborhood priced from $920. Harbor Inn Apartments in the North Camellia Acres neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Virginia Beach County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Breeze Apartments - West | Garden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Harbor Inn Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Hampton Apartments | 1b1b Tax Credit Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,179 |
| Lynnhaven Landing | 1 Bedroom Apartment - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Taro Walk | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Jamestown Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mayflower Apartments | E1 LUX | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| Coastline - VA | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Vantage Apartments | 2BR Waitlist | 2BR,1BA | $1,358 |
| Ocean Gate Apartments | The Seabreeze | 2BR,2BA | $1,368 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Beach County, VA
As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Virginia Beach County area is the $1.37 price per square foot 5321 Warminster Dr Model at 5321 Warminster Dr, Unit #104 in the in the Newtown neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Virginia Beach County apartment is the 3b2.5b Market Platinum Model at Hampton Apartments starting at $1,910 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Lake Taylor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Virginia Beach County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5321 Warminster Dr, Unit #104 | 5321 Warminster Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Hampton Apartments | 3b2.5b Market Platinum | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Chartwell | Two Bedroom Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Renaissance I | 2B70 | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| College Square Townhomes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Ocean Gate Apartments | The Seabreeze | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Taro Walk | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Vantage Apartments | 2BR Waitlist | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Coastline - VA | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Bay Breeze Apartments - West | Garden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Virginia Beach County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Virginia Beach County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Virginia Beach County is under $1,368.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Virginia Beach County?
The cheapest apartment in Virginia Beach County is Harbor Inn Apartments which is listed at $1,090, while the average apartment in Virginia Beach County costs $2,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Virginia Beach County?
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 14 regular apartments in Virginia Beach County 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 Virginia Beach County?
Cheap apartments in Virginia Beach County have an average cost of $213 which is $2,282 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Virginia Beach County.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.