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Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 09, 2026

There are currently 824 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Virginia Beach, VA that range in price from $710 to $8,035. Northwest, Northwest Virginia Beach and Northeast Virginia Beach are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Virginia Beach with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Northwest109$1,749$710
Northwest Virginia Beach109$1,749$710
Northeast Virginia Beach94$2,115$850
Culpepper Landing88$1,685$850
Central Business District76$1,699$710
Washington55$1,705$1,128
Greenbrier52$1,705$1,123
Virginia Beach Town Center30$1,599$710
Rivercrest26$1,790$1,150
Oceana Naval Air Station24$1,660$850

Largest Available Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Virginia Beach, VA is found at Holly Point in the Indian River neighborhood and is 1,010 square feet priced from $1,700. Beach Place Apartments in the Northeast Virginia Beach neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Virginia Beach:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Holly PointThe Peyton Plus1,010 Sq Ft$1,700
Beach Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA1,000 Sq Ft$1,550
University ApartmentsThe Maury1,000 Sq Ft$1,322
Maple Bay TownhomesThe James1,000 Sq Ft$1,610
Haygood HallsPeyton979 Sq Ft$1,691
Acclaim at GreenbrierCedar964 Sq Ft$2,494
Coastline Apartments1B1B Deluxe963 Sq Ft$1,565
Old DonationPeyton III955 Sq Ft$1,811
Brandywine"The Chesapeake"950 Sq Ft$1,140

Cheapest Available Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 09, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Virginia Beach, VA is the The Captain Model starting from $1,000 at Admiral's Way Apartments in the Wards Corner neighborhood. The second most affordable Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom is the 1BR Balcony Model at Ashley Trace Apartments starting at $1,025 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Virginia Beach is currently $1,776. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Virginia Beach:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain$1,000
Ashley Trace Apartments1BR Balcony$1,025
Harbor Inn ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,040
Harpers Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Garden$1,041
Brandywine"The Elizabeth"$1,095
Fenner Gardens Apartments1bd/1ba$1,099
Catalina CrossingOne Bed One Bath - 703 sqft$1,115
Hampton Apartments1b1b Tax Credit Classic$1,119
Starling Village1BR$1,128

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Virginia Beach Overview

Virginia Beach, VA is on the southeastern coast of Virginia. You'll find it where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia Beach is known for its three-mile long boardwalk that sits on the ocean. It's a great area for singles, couples, and families alike. If you enjoy all that living on the water brings with it, then you've come to the right place, and with a population just under half a million, you'll find that when you're off the beach, there is plenty of dining, culture, and shopping to keep you busy.

Why live in Virginia Beach, VA?

Ask anyone that lives here, and they can give you a whole list of reasons to move to Virginia Beach. One advantage is location. It is within 50% of the country's population. On top of that, the economy is doing well, and there are plenty of opportunities here. The schools are great , and the beach provides endless outdoor activities for the whole family. Not to mention Virginia is considered one of the best places to start a business. It's truly a place that anyone can be happy calling home from kids to seniors.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Virginia Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Virginia Beach with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Virginia Beach is at Admiral's Way Apartments listed at $1,000.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Virginia Beach Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Virginia Beach is $1,776.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Virginia Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Virginia Beach is a 1,010 square feet unit starting from $1,700 at Holly Point.

What is the average size for Virginia Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Virginia Beach is currently 1,002 sq ft.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!