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property at 7433 Fenner St

7433 Fenner St

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property at 410 W 28th St

410 W 28th St

NorfolkVA23508
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756 Norman Ave

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629 W 28th St

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Norfolk, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Norfolk, VA

Pricing Updated: 04/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Norfolk, VA area range in price from $656 to $4,860 with an overall median price of $2,215. The three Norfolk neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Willoughby at $925, Woodbine at $950, and Poplar Hills at $910. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Norfolk Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Willoughby$1,299$9256
Woodbine$1,422$9504
Poplar Hills$1,541$91026
Cottage Line$1,741$80035
West Ghent$1,777$65622
West Ocean View$1,826$80050
Ford Plant$1,850$656109
Foxhall$1,900$85081
Ingleside$1,987$850102
Middle Towne Arch$1,999$656120

Cheapest Available Norfolk Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Norfolk, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Talbot Park Apartments in the Edgewater neighborhood priced from $735. Reunion Senior Living at Kindred in the Dnc neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norfolk apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Talbot Park ApartmentsS11BR,1BA$735
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$780
Hampton River VillasAdmiralStudio,1BA$850
Pelham PlacestudioStudio,1BA$900
New Port Landing1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$910
West Beach ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$925
Apartments of Merrimac1 bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$950
Welcome Home to The Grand at New Port!MLGR2BR2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norfolk, VA

As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norfolk area is the $1.13 price per square foot 831 Harrington Ave Model at 831 Harrington Ave, Unit 2 in the in the South Brambleton neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Norfolk apartment is the Three Bedroom/Two Bath Model at Sunset Creek Apartments starting at $1,436 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Hampton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norfolk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
831 Harrington Ave, Unit 2831 Harrington Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.13
Sunset Creek ApartmentsThree Bedroom/Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.14
1267 W 27th St, Unit 21267 W 27th St2BR,1BA$1.17
Church Creek Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred2BR2BR,1BA$0.69
The Arbors at Pembroke1X11BR,1BA$0.99
Mariner's Watch Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.02
a110262BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.98
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Pembroke Pines Apartments2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.12

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Norfolk Overview

Norfolk is a lively city that sits at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay in the southeast corner of Virginia. It is the second-most populated city in the state, just behind its coastal neighbor, Virginia Beach. One of nine cities that make up the Hampton Roads metropolitan area on the border of Virginia and North Carolina, it is considered the cultural center of that region. Part college town and part military hub, there is a broad range of apartments in Norfolk with varying prices to choose from. Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, and the U.S. Department of Defense attract students, government workers, and military members from around the world. This makes Norfolk a vibrant, diverse, and dynamic city to live.

Why live in Norfolk, VA?

Norfolk is a wonderful place to live, especially if you are a student, government worker, or military member. Its mild climate and proximity to coastal areas make it the ideal location for people who enjoy boating, beach activities, and other watersports. Norfolk has a lot of amenities, such as good food, fun entertainment, and plentiful shopping, which will appeal to most residents. There are numerous sporting events throughout the year, including Norfolk Tides minor league baseball, Norfolk Admirals professional ice hockey, and many university football and basketball games. A rich cultural environment makes it perfect for students, professionals, and families.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Norfolk, VA

Ranked #6

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 Norfolk, VA

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Norfolk Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Norfolk?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Norfolk is under $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norfolk?

The cheapest apartment in Norfolk is Talbot Park Apartments which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Norfolk costs $2,215.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norfolk?

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 839 regular apartments in Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

Cheap apartments in Norfolk have an average cost of $263 which is $1,952 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norfolk.

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