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Rental Market Trends in Chesapeake, VA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Chesapeake, VA is $1,770/month.

Rent in Chesapeake is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.

$1,770/month

Average Rent

774 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5.7%

Change / Year

1,328

Available Apartments

Chesapeake rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Chesapeake average $1,897 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Chesapeake average $1,770 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Chesapeake average $1,867 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Chesapeake average $2,316 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,897/month
409 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,770/month
774 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,867/month
1,019 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,316/month
1,290 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,764/month
1,084 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,275/month
1,277 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,064/month
1,836 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,755/month
669 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,338/month
1,319 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Chesapeake, VA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5.7%, which averages out to $101 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Chesapeake, VA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Chesapeake, VA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
6% $700 - $1,000/month
28% $1,001 - $1,500/month
30% $1,501 - $2,000/month
36% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chesapeake?

Based on current rent prices, South Norfolk, Western Branch South and Western Branch North are the most affordable neighborhoods in Chesapeake.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Norfolk
$1,459/month
830 Sq Ft
Western Branch South
$1,541/month
762 Sq Ft
Western Branch North
$1,561/month
742 Sq Ft
Great Bridge
$1,628/month
795 Sq Ft
Greenbrier West
$1,733/month
804 Sq Ft
Indian River
$1,802/month
767 Sq Ft
Greenbrier East
$1,887/month
775 Sq Ft
Pleasant Grove West
$2,010/month
753 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chesapeake?

Based on current rent prices, Pleasant Grove West, Greenbrier East and Indian River are the most expensive neighborhoods in Chesapeake.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pleasant Grove West
$2,010/month
753 Sq Ft
Greenbrier East
$1,887/month
775 Sq Ft
Indian River
$1,802/month
767 Sq Ft
Greenbrier West
$1,733/month
804 Sq Ft
Great Bridge
$1,628/month
795 Sq Ft
Western Branch North
$1,561/month
742 Sq Ft
Western Branch South
$1,541/month
762 Sq Ft
South Norfolk
$1,459/month
830 Sq Ft

Which Chesapeake neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Chesapeake with the most apartments available are Greenbrier East, Greenbrier West and Indian River .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Greenbrier East
$1,887/month
775 Sq Ft
Greenbrier West
$1,733/month
804 Sq Ft
Indian River
$1,802/month
767 Sq Ft
South Norfolk
$1,459/month
830 Sq Ft
Western Branch North
$1,561/month
742 Sq Ft
Pleasant Grove West
$2,010/month
753 Sq Ft
Great Bridge
$1,628/month
795 Sq Ft
Western Branch South
$1,541/month
762 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chesapeake, VA?

Because the average rent in Chesapeake is $1,770, you’ll want to make about $5,900 per month or $70,800 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Chesapeake, VA

1,328 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Chesapeake, VA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Chesapeake, VA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

South Norfolk

Chesapeake, VA

Pleasant Grove West

Chesapeake, VA

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,678/month
$1,992/month
Two Bedroom
$1,555/month
$2,379/month
Three Bedroom
$1,992/month
$2,828/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Portsmouth

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  • Norfolk

    Norfolk

  • Virginia Beach

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Apartment Communities in Chesapeake We Think You'll Love

Chesapeake Pointe

Chesapeake Pointe

3537 Towne Pointe Rd,
Chesapeake, VA 23321

1-3 Beds | $1,314 - $2,079

Cottage Trails at Culpepper Landing

Cottage Trails at Culpepper Landing

3000 Conservancy Dr,
Chesapeake, VA 23323

1-3 Beds | $1,918 - $4,333

Hideaway at Greenbrier

Hideaway at Greenbrier

150 Coveside Ln,
Chesapeake, VA 23320

1-3 Beds | $1,813 - $2,777

Greenbrier Woods Apartments

Greenbrier Woods Apartments

1314 Kingston Way,
Chesapeake, VA 23320

1-3 Beds | $1,685 - $2,145

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Chesapeake?

The average rent in Chesapeake is $1,770 per month, which is 6.5% higher than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Chesapeake?

The average rent for a house in Chesapeake, VA is $2,275 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Chesapeake?

The average rent for a townhome in Chesapeake, VA is $1,755 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Chesapeake?

Rents in Chesapeake, VA are increasing, with prices up 5.7% year-over-year and $101 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Chesapeake?

In Chesapeake, VA, 36% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Virginia Chesapeake Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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