
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Indian River Neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Indian River, Chesapeake, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indian River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Indian River Studio Apartments | $1,607 | $1,443 | $1,739 |
Indian River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $852 | $5,245 |
Indian River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,100 | $4,666 |
Indian River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,250 | $2,881 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Indian River Neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA.
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Cheapest Available Indian River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Indian River area of Virginia Beach, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Starling Village - 55+ Community priced from $1,050. Arbor Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,222. Here are the most affordable Indian River apartments for rent in Virginia Beach, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Starling Village - 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Arbor Glen Apartments | Garden-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,222 |
The Birches | Bonsai | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indian River, VA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Indian River area is the $1.51 price per square foot The Laurel Model at Magnolia Chase Apartments in the in the Greenbrier neighborhood starting from $2,008. The second greatest value Indian River apartment is the Charlotte Model at ReNew Virginia Beach starting at $1,745 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Indian River neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Indian River apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Magnolia Chase Apartments | The Laurel | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
ReNew Virginia Beach | Charlotte | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
The Morgan | Osprey E | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Lakes Of Greenbrier | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
Holly Point | The Peyton | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Eastwyck Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
Fenwyck Manor Apartments | Celtic | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Arbor Glen Apartments | Garden-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Indian River Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom Garden Apartment Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
The Birches | Bonsai | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIndian River, Chesapeake, VA
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Among neighborhoods in Chesapeake, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Indian River Neighborhood in Chesapeake, VA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Indian River Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Indian River?
The cheapest apartment in Indian River is Starling Village - 55+ Community which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Indian River costs $1,875.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Indian River?
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 7 regular apartments in Indian River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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