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Elkhart Apartments
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Elkhart Apartments

2701 Elkhart StChesapeake, VA 23323
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Catalina Crossings
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina Crossings

2000 Randolph ArchChesapeake, VA 23320
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Kingsbridge North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingsbridge North

11 Battlefield Woods CtChesapeake, VA 23322
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The Sterling
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sterling

4271 Taylor RdChesapeake, VA 23321

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Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chesapeake, VA

Pricing Updated: 05/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Chesapeake, VA area range in price from $898 to $5,245 with an overall median price of $2,253. The three Chesapeake neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Deep Creek North at $930, Greenbrier East at $1,123, and Greenbrier West at $1,150. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chesapeake Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Deep Creek North$1,389$93036
Greenbrier East$2,318$1,123211
Greenbrier West$2,376$1,150132
Butts Station$2,480$1,15581
Great Bridge East$2,480$89882
Pleasant Grove West$2,480$89882

Cheapest Available Chesapeake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Chesapeake, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Reunion Senior Living at Kindred in the Dnc neighborhood priced from $828. Ingleside Square Apartments in the South Brambleton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chesapeake apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$828
Ingleside Square Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Westbridge Commons1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$904
New Port Landing1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930
Welcome Home to The Grand at New Port!MLGR2BR2BR,1BA$950
Origin Circle at Kindred3BR3BR,1BA$956
Holley PointeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,012
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1,025
Sunnybrook Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Victory Square 55+ Senior CommunityThe Commodore1BR,1BA$1,034

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chesapeake, VA

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chesapeake area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1520 Prentis Ave Model at 1520 Prentis Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Beacon Light neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Chesapeake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Miars Farm starting at $1,400 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chesapeake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1520 Prentis Ave, Unit 41520 Prentis Ave3BR,1BA$1.27
Miars Farm2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.13
Origin Circle at Kindred3BR3BR,1BA$0.78
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$0.74
Arbour Reach ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor!MC.2B1.5B2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Residences at Paradise Creek2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Residences at Crawford Farms2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated II2BR,1BA$1.21
Ingleside Square Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.27
Westbridge Commons1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.27

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Chesapeake Overview

Recently ranking within the 'Top 25 Best Cities in America' by 'Business Week', Chesapeake is a distinctly proud and unique city in the great state of Virginia. Close to the Virginia Beach / Norfolk region, this flourishing city combines the benefits of a large municipality while keeping the natural ambiance of lakes, trails and parks as a scenic backdrop.

Why live in Chesapeake, VA?

Known for its abundance of public schools and health care industry, Chesapeake is an ideal place for home and family. Close to major hubs such as Suffolk and Portsmouth, this idyllic destination boasts much of the lifestyle that Virginia is known for. Located near numerous stretches of natural beauty, Chesapeake makes a perfect destination for lovers of the great outdoors as well.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chesapeake, VA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chesapeake, VA

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chesapeake Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chesapeake?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chesapeake is under $1,034.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chesapeake?

The cheapest apartment in Chesapeake is Ingleside Square Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Chesapeake costs $2,253.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chesapeake?

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 24 regular apartments in Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake?

Cheap apartments in Chesapeake have an average cost of $228 which is $2,025 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chesapeake.

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