What is the average apartment size in Norfolk?

The average size for a Norfolk, VA apartment is 881 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Norfolk?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Norfolk is $1,564 per month, a 5.1% increase from last years average of $1,488.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, studios rent for $1,443 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,418 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,600 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,923 per month

What is the average apartment size in Norfolk?

The typical apartment in Norfolk offers about 881 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Norfolk?

Studio apartments in Norfolk average 581 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 696 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 976 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,233 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Norfolk?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Norfolk include Greenwood - Elmhurst ($977/month), Fairmount Park ($1,010/month), and Naval Station Norfolk ($1,160/month), all below the citywide average of $1,564.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Norfolk?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Norfolk are East Ocean View ($1,855/month), Pinewell ($1,905/month), and Freemason ($1,912/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Norfolk, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Norfolk?

The typical rent budget in Norfolk ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 45% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 19, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Norfolk is $1,564, a 5.1% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,488.

Studio Apartments at $1,443 offer the most budget-friendly option with 581 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 696 square feet for $1,418, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,600 offer 976 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,233 sq ft) for $1,923, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Norfolk, VA

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,564	881 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,443	581 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,418	696 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,600	976 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,923	1,233 sq. ft.

Norfolk, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Norfolk, VA have increased by 5.1% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,488 to $1,564.

What's the typical rent budget in Norfolk, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Norfolk, VA (45%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Norfolk, VA?

51,298 or 54% of the households in Norfolk, VA are renter-occupied while 43,159 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Norfolk?

Greenwood - Elmhurst $977/month

Fairmount Park $1,010/month

Naval Station Norfolk $1,160/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,564/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Norfolk?

East Ocean View $1,855/month

Pinewell $1,905/month

Freemason $1,912/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Norfolk, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Freemason	$1,912
Pinewell	$1,905
East Ocean View	$1,855
Ghent	$1,849
Downtown Norfolk	$1,845
Colonial Place - Riverview	$1,845
Park Place	$1,760
Larchmont - Edgewater	$1,729
Ghent Square	$1,677
Shadywood East	$1,655
Crown Point	$1,620
Camellia Shores	$1,542
Poplar Halls	$1,447
Wards Corner	$1,420
Titustown	$1,408
Bayview	$1,358
North Meadowbrook	$1,354
Brentwood Forest	$1,245
Naval Station Norfolk	$1,160
Fairmount Park	$1,010
Greenwood - Elmhurst	$977

Norfolk | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bayview is 9% higher than in Brentwood Forest

$1,358

Bayview rent is 13% lower than Norfolk average

Average Rent $1,358

$1,245

Brentwood Forest rent is 20% lower than Norfolk average

Average Rent $1,245

How Norfolk Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Norfolk	$1,564
Richmond	$1,590
Arlington	$2,643
Alexandria	$2,140
Newport News	$1,424
Virginia Beach	$1,743
Henrico	$1,589
Woodbridge	$2,086
Charlottesville	$2,101
Roanoke	$1,373
Falls Church	$2,296
Carrollton, VA	$1,760
Poquoson, VA	$1,815
Hampton	$1,511
Chesapeake	$1,768
Portsmouth	$1,371
Suffolk	$1,809
Elizabeth City, NC	$1,583
Yorktown, VA	$1,832
Smithfield, VA	$1,653

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Norfolk apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.