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Monthly Rent
$1,431 - $2,305
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
346 - 1,144 sq ft
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Furnished Units Available
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 209price $1,431square feet 346availibility Now
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Unit 409price $1,431square feet 346availibility Now
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Unit 509price $1,431square feet 346availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 708price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 508price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 208price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 302price $1,550square feet 534availibility Now
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Unit 702price $1,583square feet 534availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 613price $1,596square feet 587availibility Now
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Unit 713price $1,596square feet 587availibility Now
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Unit 513price $1,596square feet 587availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 810price $1,649square feet 510availibility Now
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Unit 505price $1,743square feet 733availibility Now
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Unit 705price $1,743square feet 733availibility Now
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Unit 404price $1,770square feet 667availibility Now
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Unit 714price $1,770square feet 667availibility Now
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Unit 601price $1,860square feet 696availibility Now
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Unit 701price $1,860square feet 696availibility Now
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Unit 606price $1,889square feet 736availibility Now
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Unit 703price $1,545square feet 538availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 212price $1,850square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 312price $2,000square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 412price $2,129square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 211price $2,010square feet 928availibility Now
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Unit 511price $2,305square feet 928availibility Now
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Unit 209price $1,431square feet 346availibility Now
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Unit 409price $1,431square feet 346availibility Now
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Unit 509price $1,431square feet 346availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 708price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 508price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 208price $1,490square feet 441availibility Now
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Unit 302price $1,550square feet 534availibility Now
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Unit 702price $1,583square feet 534availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 613price $1,596square feet 587availibility Now
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Unit 713price $1,596square feet 587availibility Now
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Unit 513price $1,596square feet 587availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 810price $1,649square feet 510availibility Now
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Unit 505price $1,743square feet 733availibility Now
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Unit 705price $1,743square feet 733availibility Now
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Unit 404price $1,770square feet 667availibility Now
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Unit 714price $1,770square feet 667availibility Now
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Unit 601price $1,860square feet 696availibility Now
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Unit 701price $1,860square feet 696availibility Now
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Unit 606price $1,889square feet 736availibility Now
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Unit 703price $1,545square feet 538availibility Mar 5, 2026
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Unit 212price $1,850square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 312price $2,000square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 412price $2,129square feet 884availibility Now
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Unit 211price $2,010square feet 928availibility Now
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Unit 511price $2,305square feet 928availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$0
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$0
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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Dog FeeCharged per pet.$400
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Dog RentCharged per pet.$35 / mo
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Cats
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Cat FeeCharged per pet.$400
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Cat RentCharged per pet.$35 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 2013
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126 units/9 stories
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Furnished Units Available
About Wainwright
Just moments from your apartment home at The Downtown Wainwright Apartments you'll find downtown Norfolk's best shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, as well as beautiful green spaces and some of the area's most prominent businesses and employers.
Wainwright is an apartment community located in Norfolk City County and the 23510 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Norfolk City Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Lavish Quartz Countertops
- Online Resident Portal
- Pet Station
- Air Conditioner
- Rooftop Deck
- Unique Open Floorplans
- Loft Style Apartments Available
- Luxury Vinyl Tile Throughout
- Military and Preferred Employer Discounts*
- Pet Friendly
- Glass Pendent Lighting
- Guest Suite
- Lustrous Tiled Shower & Tub
- Walk-in Closets*
- Convenient Trash Chute
- Custom Cabinets with Brushed Nickel Hardware
- Full-size Washer & Dryer included for FREE
- Furnished Apartments
- High Rise Apartment Community
- Glass Tile Backsplash
- Gooseneck Faucet
- Sky Lounge with Wi-Fi
- Sleek Glass Top Range
- Energy star stainless steel appliances
- Resident Social Events
Contact
Self-Guided Tours Available
This community supports self-guided tours that offer prospective residents the ability to enter, tour, and exit the property without staff assistance. Contact the property for more details.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Furnished Units Available
Recycling
Lounge
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- Range
- Quartz Countertops
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Deck
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
- Lavish Quartz Countertops
- Online Resident Portal
- Pet Station
- Air Conditioner
- Rooftop Deck
- Unique Open Floorplans
- Loft Style Apartments Available
- Luxury Vinyl Tile Throughout
- Military and Preferred Employer Discounts*
- Pet Friendly
- Glass Pendent Lighting
- Guest Suite
- Lustrous Tiled Shower & Tub
- Walk-in Closets*
- Convenient Trash Chute
- Custom Cabinets with Brushed Nickel Hardware
- Full-size Washer & Dryer included for FREE
- Furnished Apartments
- High Rise Apartment Community
- Glass Tile Backsplash
- Gooseneck Faucet
- Sky Lounge with Wi-Fi
- Sleek Glass Top Range
- Energy star stainless steel appliances
- Resident Social Events
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Microwave
- Range
- Quartz Countertops
- Walk-In Closets
- Furnished
- Deck
| Monday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
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| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Living in Norfolk combines coastal charm with maritime heritage. This historic port city offers housing options from row houses in the Freemason district to waterfront apartments in Ocean View, with current average rents ranging from $1,283 for one-bedroom units to $1,800 for three-bedroom homes. Downtown Norfolk features the Chrysler Museum of Art, the Waterside district, and Town Point Park, which hosts community events throughout the year. Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval base, serves as a cornerstone of the local economy.
The 155-acre Norfolk Botanical Garden provides year-round natural beauty, while Community Beach, Ocean View Beach, and Sarah Constant Beach offer access to the Chesapeake Bay. The Elizabeth River Trail winds through the city, connecting neighborhoods and offering waterfront views. Old Dominion University and Eastern Virginia Medical School anchor the education sector.
Learn more about living in Norfolk| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
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Transportation options available in Norfolk include York Street / Freemason, located 0.2 mile from Wainwright. Wainwright is near Norfolk International, located 7.0 miles or 15 minutes away, and Newport News/Williamsburg International, located 28.3 miles or 42 minutes away.
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 31 min | 21.2 mi |
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Drive: | 48 min | 36.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Norfolk International
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.0 mi |
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Newport News/Williamsburg International
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Drive: | 42 min | 28.3 mi |
Time and distance from Wainwright.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Nauticus
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Fred Heutte Center
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Virginia Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Children's Museum of Virginia
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Norfolk Botanical Garden
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Drive: | 17 min | 7.7 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.4 mi |
Property Ratings at Wainwright
I’ve really enjoyed living at The Wainwright. The staff is friendly and responsive, and maintenance always takes care of things quickly. My apartment is comfortable and well kept, and the building feels safe and welcoming. It’s a great place to call home in Norfolk!
This place has new management in 2024 and I really cannot overstate how horrible they have been. I was left without working heat for an entire week while temperatures dropped into the 20s. It’s impossible to get in touch with anyone, they are unresponsive and ignore maintenance emergencies. Do not live here under any circumstances, not worth the headache for the price. I would give zero stars if I could.
Going on my 2nd year at this property and haven't had any issues. Love the location is walking distance to bars and restaurants but still far enough to not have to deal with all the noise. Great monthly social functions and the rooftop is fantastic!
I lived in the wainwright apartments for the better part of 4 years. Each year it seemed like the restrictions and expenses increased and started to outweigh the benefits of the building. The views are second to none, and i never had an issue with utilizing the roof top lounge or grill area- which is the highlight of the building. However, the leasing office continuously got worse in communication as the years went on and it seemed as if I was doing their job when it came to following up with questions/concerns (often times i had to contact them 3-4 times before i got an appropriate response). There aren't that many residents in the building, this didn't make any sense. They started to charge, or threaten to charge, for every little thing and it started to feel like i was living in a college dorm. The location is great, but i dont know if i would recommend the building moving forward.
The rent is way too much for such a little space. All of my appliances broke and my place went under water earlier in the year. The pet and parking fees are ridiculous. Although, it is very convenient living downtown and the view on the roof is amazing. Still, I would not live here again or recommend it.
The Wainwright Downtown is a great community - friendly neighbors and staff, great restaurants and bars, music/events frequently in Waterside park, and very dog friendly. The apartments are pretty great as well.
Wainwright Photos
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Wainwright
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Magnificent views
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Rooftop Grills
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Rooftop Sundeck
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Rooftop Deck
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Rooftop Sundeck
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Magnificent 360 degree view of Downtown Norfolk and the Elizabeth Waterfront
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Precor cardio machines in the 24-7 resident fitness center
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Free weights and weight training equipment in the 24-7 resident fitness center
Models
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Studio
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Studio
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
Wainwright does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Wainwright has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,431/mo. to $2,305/mo.
Yes, Wainwright welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,431 for a studio, you would need to earn about $52,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Wainwright is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,431.
While Wainwright does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can explore units through Self-Guided tours. Schedule a tour now.
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