Norfolk State University

Norfolk, VA

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Norfolk State University - Norfolk, VA

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Founded in 1935, Norfolk State University employs exemplary teaching, scholarship, and research to transform lives and communities. Norfolk State creates lifelong learners equipped to be engaged leaders and productive global citizens by empowering individuals to maximize their potential. Academic excellence, a student-centered focus, diversity, integrity and collegiality, and engagement form the core of NSU’s value system.

Located just minutes from Downtown Norfolk, NSU is convenient to a variety of apartments and condos available for rent in Norfolk as well as neighboring Portsmouth and Chesapeake. Commuting and traveling from the NSU campus is easy with access to Interstates 264 and 464.

Norfolk State maintains an energetic atmosphere with a broad range of student organizations, activities, intramural teams, and NCAA Division I Spartan athletics. Just off campus, the NSU community enjoys access to artistic festivals, cultural events, museums, parks, beaches, and plenty of options for outdoor recreation. The NSU campus is also around a three-hour drive from both Raleigh and DC.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Norfolk, VA is $1,305 for a studio, $1,273 for one bedroom, $1,400 for two bedrooms, and $1,784 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norfolk has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 456 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,305/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 672 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,273/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 927 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,400/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,203 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,784/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

62

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.

50

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

W.H. Taylor Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

341 Students

8
out of 10

Tarrallton Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

316 Students

7
out of 10

Ghent School

Public

Grades K-8

482 Students

6
out of 10

Larchmont Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

471 Students

6
out of 10

Mary Calcott Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

438 Students

6
out of 10

Ghent School

Public

Grades K-8

482 Students

6
out of 10

Azalea Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

848 Students

4
out of 10

Northside Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

763 Students

4
out of 10

Crossroads School

Public

Grades PK-8

756 Students

4
out of 10

Norview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,259 Students

3
out of 10

Maury High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,697 Students

3
out of 10

Lake Taylor High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,030 Students

3
out of 10

B. T. Washington High School

Public

Grades 9-12

947 Students

3
out of 10

Norview High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,915 Students

2
out of 10

Granby High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,837 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Nauticus
  • Fred Heutte Center
  • Children's Museum of Virginia
  • Virginia Zoo
  • Norfolk Botanical Garden

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Norfolk International
  • Newport News/Williamsburg International

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