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Virginia Beach, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Virginia Beach, VA

Pricing Updated: 01/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Virginia Beach, VA area range in price from $710 to $8,189 with an overall median price of $2,278. The three Virginia Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Camelot at $850, Sunray Historic District at $995, and Western Branch South at $960. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Virginia Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Camelot$1,480$85047
Sunray Historic District$1,480$99522
Western Branch South$1,480$96018
Western Branch$1,480$96037
Western Branch North$1,709$96070
Central Business District$2,104$710210
Indian River$2,119$90064
North Central$2,126$85097
Virginia Beach Town Center$2,126$710108
Virginia Beach Municipal Center$2,169$1,12521

Cheapest Available Virginia Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Virginia Beach, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Breeze Apartments - West in the Northwest neighborhood priced from $920. Pillars at Great Bridge in the Greenbrier neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Virginia Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Breeze Apartments - WestGarden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$920
Pillars at Great BridgeChesapeake1BR,1BA$985
Spring Creek2 BD/ 1 BA2BR,2BA$995
Admiral's Way ApartmentsThe Captain1BR,1BA$1,000
Ashley Trace Apartments1BR Balcony1BR,1BA$1,025
Harbor Inn ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,040
Harpers Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1,041
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1,045
Crossroads Landing EastB2 - Classic2BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Virginia Beach, VA

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach apartment is the 426 London St Model at 426 London St starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Dnc neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Virginia Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7928 Pythian Ave7928 Pythian Ave3BR,2BA$1.13
426 London St426 London St2BR,1BA$1.14
The Banks at BerkleyThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.25
2834 Tidewater Dr, Unit 12834 Tidewater Dr2BR,1BA$1.10
Fisherman's LandingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Berkley Square Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.16
Oakmont North Apartments3 x 13BR,1BA$1.23
Pillars at Great BridgeChesapeake1BR,1BA$1.19
Bay Breeze Apartments - WestGarden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.18
3837 Beach Ave, Unit Unit # 43837 Beach Ave1BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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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Location, Location, Location!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Virginia Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Virginia Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Virginia Beach is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Virginia Beach?

The cheapest apartment in Virginia Beach is Pillars at Great Bridge which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Virginia Beach costs $2,278.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Virginia Beach?

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 299 regular apartments in Virginia Beach 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?

Cheap apartments in Virginia Beach have an average cost of $402 which is $1,876 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Virginia Beach.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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