
Apartments For Rent By Owner in Chesapeake, VA
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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$1,500
2066 Iowa St
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3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$1,950
118 Elmhurst Ct
118 Elmhurst Ct, Portsmouth, VA 23701
Chesapeake at a Glance
Chesapeake, VA Apartments for Rent
Chesapeake offers a diverse landscape for apartments for rent, spanning from urban neighborhoods to peaceful areas bordering the historic Great Dismal Swamp. Those looking for apartments for rent in Chesapeake will find the city strategically located within Hampton Roads, with access to major employers like Dollar Tree's international headquarters, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, and military installations including Northwest Annex and NALF Fentress. With an average rent of $1,608 for one-bedroom units and annual rent increases of about 3.2%, Chesapeake presents a more budget-friendly option compared to nearby coastal cities.
Apartments for rent in Chesapeake are distributed across six distinct boroughs—South Norfolk, Butts Road, Deep Creek, Pleasant Grove, Western Branch, and Washington. Residents have access to an extensive transportation network including Interstates 64, 464, and 664, making commutes to neighboring Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach convenient. The city's 351 square miles encompass properties along the Elizabeth River and Intracoastal Waterway, developments near schools, and settings near the 90+ bridges that help define Chesapeake as the second-largest city by land area in Virginia.
Renting in Chesapeake
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 409 Sq Ft $1,784 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 773 Sq Ft $1,608 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,022 Sq Ft $1,737 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,297 Sq Ft $2,159 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 2,542 Sq Ft $2,901 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Chesapeake
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Deep Creek North 564 Sq Ft $1,061/mo
- Western Branch North 735 Sq Ft $1,329/mo
- Great Bridge 821 Sq Ft $1,614/mo
- Indian River 742 Sq Ft $1,632/mo
- Greenbrier East 750 Sq Ft $1,649/mo
- South Norfolk 814 Sq Ft $1,722/mo
- Pleasant Grove West 708 Sq Ft $1,797/mo
- Greenbrier West 820 Sq Ft $1,911/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Chesapeake $1,696/mo
- Norfolk $1,516/mo
- Portsmouth $1,467/mo
- Virginia Beach $1,750/mo
- Suffolk $1,497/mo
- Hampton $1,438/mo
- Elizabeth City $1,600/mo
- Newport News $1,285/mo
- Smithfield $1,049/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Chesapeake, VA
What are the average rent costs in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent in Chesapeake, VA is $1,608.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Chesapeake, VA is $1,784.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA is $1,608.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA is $1,737.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA is $2,159.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Chesapeake, VA is $2,901.
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