What is the average apartment size in Virginia Beach?

The average size for a Virginia Beach, VA apartment is 975 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 Virginia Beach?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Virginia Beach is $1,728 per month, a 1.42% increase from last year’s average of $1,704.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Virginia Beach?

In Virginia Beach, studios rent for $1,479 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,548 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,751 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,108 per month

What is the average apartment size in Virginia Beach?

The typical apartment in Virginia Beach offers about 975 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Virginia Beach?

Studio apartments in Virginia Beach average 469 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 749 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,036 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,294 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Virginia Beach?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Virginia Beach are Seabridge Square ($1,853/month), Brenneman Farm ($1,974/month), and Timberlake ($2,081/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Virginia Beach, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Virginia Beach?

The typical rent budget in Virginia Beach ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 51% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Virginia Beach?

In Virginia Beach, 35% of households rent while 65% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Virginia Beach?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Virginia Beach include Washington Square ($1,389/month), Rosegate ($1,468/month), and Arbor Brook ($1,482/month), all below the citywide average of $1,728.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Virginia Beach is $1,728, a 1.42% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,704.

Studio Apartments at $1,479 offer the most budget-friendly option with 469 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 749 square feet for $1,548, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,751 offer 1,036 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,294 sq ft) for $2,108, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Virginia Beach, VA

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,728	975 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,479	469 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,548	749 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,751	1,036 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,108	1,294 sq. ft.

Virginia Beach, VA rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Virginia Beach, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Virginia Beach, VA (51%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Virginia Beach, VA?

63,071 or 35% of the households in Virginia Beach, VA are renter-occupied while 116,729 or 65% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Virginia Beach?

Washington Square $1,389/month

Rosegate $1,468/month

Arbor Brook $1,482/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,728/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Virginia Beach?

Seabridge Square $1,853/month

Brenneman Farm $1,974/month

Timberlake $2,081/month

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

Average Rent in Virginia Beach, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Timberlake	$2,081
Brenneman Farm	$1,974
Seabridge Square	$1,853
Birdneck Acres	$1,823
Larkspur	$1,744
Thalia	$1,713
Holland Meadows	$1,691
Knob Hill	$1,664
Oak Springs	$1,646
Berrie Gardens	$1,601
Fremac Shores	$1,578
Redwing	$1,536
Green Run	$1,535
Solartown	$1,526
Arbor Brook	$1,482
Rosegate	$1,468
Washington Square	$1,389

Virginia Beach | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Arbor Brook is 7% lower than in Berrie Gardens

$1,482

Arbor Brook rent is 14% lower than Virginia Beach average

Average Rent $1,482

$1,601

Berrie Gardens rent is 7% lower than Virginia Beach average

Average Rent $1,601

How Virginia Beach Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Virginia Beach	$1,728
Richmond	$1,583
Arlington	$2,667
Alexandria	$2,158
Newport News	$1,424
Charlottesville	$2,091
Norfolk	$1,552
Roanoke	$1,328
Woodbridge	$2,080
Henrico	$1,581
Fredericksburg	$1,887
Chesapeake	$1,761
Portsmouth	$1,359
Hampton	$1,504
Suffolk	$1,811
Elizabeth City, NC	$1,571
Yorktown, VA	$1,832
Carrollton, VA	$1,700

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 Virginia Beach 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.