Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Virginia Beach, VA from $500 (31 Rentals)

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Elevate 17 I
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elevate 17 I

925 S Military HwyVirginia Beach, VA 23464
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Two Hundred West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Two Hundred West

200 Price StVirginia Beach, VA 23462
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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Indigo 19
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Indigo 19

1940 Pavilion DrVirginia Beach, VA 23451
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Dwell in the ViBe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dwell in the ViBe

717-1 20th StVirginia Beach, VA 23451
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Luther Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luther Manor

350 Malibu DrVirginia Beach, VA 23452
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Riverside Station
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Station

5800 Sellger drNorfolk, VA 23502
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East Bay Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

East Bay Apartments

1826 Kingston AveNorfolk, VA 23503
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Savoy Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Savoy Apartments

161 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Belmont at Freemason
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belmont at Freemason

260 W York StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Getting Around Virginia Beach, VA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,049.

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

The cheapest apartment in Virginia Beach is Ingleside Square Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Virginia Beach costs $2,714.

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 129 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 $325 which is $2,389 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Virginia Beach.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.