Hampton

Background Image

Hampton, VA

Area Guide

A major military community with a rich history on display

Affordable Suburb Commuter Military University

Hampton, Virginia, stretches along the Chesapeake Bay, offering residents a coastal lifestyle steeped in American history. This waterfront city of approximately 137,000 residents combines beautiful beaches with strong ties to military and aerospace communities. The housing market includes everything from waterfront properties near Buckroe Beach to established neighborhoods surrounding Hampton University. One-bedroom apartments average $1,312 per month, while two-bedroom units average $1,474, reflecting annual increases of 1.7% and 2.2% respectively.

Downtown Hampton and the Peninsula Town Center form the heart of the community. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Buckroe Beach and Park, with its fishing pier and seasonal events. Fort Monroe National Monument stands as a cornerstone of American history, preserving the site where the first enslaved Africans arrived in English North America in 1619. The city's aerospace legacy continues through NASA's Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base. Hampton University's historic campus adds to the area's educational landscape. The Peninsula Town Center offers shopping and dining options in an open-air setting, while downtown Hampton features local shops and waterfront restaurants along Queens Way.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Hampton, VA is $1,320 for a studio, $1,357 for one bedroom, $1,498 for two bedrooms, and $1,865 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hampton has increased by 4.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,357/month
709 Sq Ft
House
$1,800/month
958 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,228/month
1,311 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Hampton, VA

Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

38

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Bethel Manor Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

562 Students

Tucker-Capps Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

309 Students

George P Phenix Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

1,516 Students

Phillips Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

417 Students

Armstrong Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

297 Students

Francis W. Jones Magnet Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

610 Students

George P Phenix Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

1,516 Students

Hunter B. Andrews PK-8

Public

Grades PK-8

1,131 Students

Cesar Tarrant Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

676 Students

C. Alton Lindsay Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

707 Students

Phoebus High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,365 Students

Bethel High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,777 Students

Kecoughtan High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,564 Students

Hampton High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,359 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Bluebird Gap Farm
  • Fort Monroe National Monument
  • Virginia Living Museum
  • Noland Trail at Mariner's Museum Park
  • Mariners' Museum

Airports

  • Newport News/Williamsburg International
  • Norfolk International

Top Apartments in Hampton

Houses for Rent in Hampton

Property Management Companies in Hampton, VA

Search Nearby Rentals

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.