Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA from $500 (41 Rentals)

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Ebbetts Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ebbetts Plaza

512 Featherstone CtVirginia Beach, VA 23462
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Tranquility at the Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tranquility at the Lake

5827 Burton Station RdVirginia Beach, VA 23455
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200 West I
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

200 West I

200 Price StVirginia Beach, VA 23462

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Dwell in Chic's Beach
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dwell in Chic's Beach

2260 Pleasure House RdVirginia Beach, VA 23455
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Grand Cypress Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Cypress Apartments

1200 Grand Cypress SqVirginia Beach, VA 23455
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Cambria at Cornerstone
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cambria at Cornerstone

4884-4984 Travertine AveVirginia Beach, VA 23462
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Pine Shore Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Shore Apartments

2239 Pine Shore CtVirginia Beach, VA 23455
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Sand Beach Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sand Beach Towers

9611 20th Bay StNorfolk, VA 23518
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A9633B
2 Bedroom Apartments

A9633B

9633 20th Bay StNorfolk, VA 23518

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Northwest, Virginia Beach, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Virginia Beach, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Breeze Apartments - West priced from $920. Harbor Inn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,040. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Virginia Beach, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Breeze Apartments - WestGarden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$920
Harbor Inn ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,040
Brandywine"The Elizabeth"1BR,1BA$1,095
Hampton Apartments1b1b Tax Credit Classic1BR,1BA$1,119
East Beach Apartments1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$1,199
Aden Park Apartments1BD1BA Reno1BR,1BA$1,225
Waterford Apartments1BDL1BR,1BA$1,290
Dove Landing1 BD/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1,299
Pleasant Village ApartmentsThe Beach2BR,2BA$1,350
BayPointe CrossingAdair1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, VA

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Sunflower Model at Thalia Gardens Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,126. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 3B Model at 200 West I starting at $1,510 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Newtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Thalia Gardens Apartments and TownhomesThe Sunflower3BR,2BA$1.53
200 West I3B3BR,2BA$1.20
Coastline Apartments3B2B3BR,2BA$1.54
Weblin PlaceTwo Bedroom Renovated2BR,2BA$1.47
Taro Walk3 bedroom 2 bath Affordable3BR,2BA$1.31
Renaissance I2B702BR,2BA$1.46
Diamond Springs ApartmentsMarquise2BR,1.5BA$1.44
Pleasant Village ApartmentsThe Beach2BR,2BA$1.41
Hampton Apartments1b1b Market Renovated1BR,1BA$1.45
Bay Breeze Apartments - WestGarden- Maple- 2 Bedroom, 1Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.18

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Northwest, Virginia Beach, and the greater Virginia Beach area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northwest?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest is under $1,375.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest?

The cheapest apartment in Northwest is Harbor Inn Apartments which is listed at $1,040, while the average apartment in Northwest costs $2,175.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest?

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 44 regular apartments in Northwest 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 Northwest?

Cheap apartments in Northwest have an average cost of $187 which is $1,988 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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