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Rents in Norfolk are $0 above the Norfolk city typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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2014 Granby St #200, Norfolk, VA 23517
ProActive Real Estate Services has managed property in Hampton Roads since 2016, handling single-family homes, multifamily and commercial property in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake and nearby cities, with tenant placement, rent collection, maintenance and accounting.
In their words: “We will take care of safety and compliance issues, schedule professional marketing photos, and begin screening rental leads and applications.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a professional, responsive team, especially for home sales, though some applicants report slow updates.
1826 Kingston Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503
BayQuest Properties is a local Norfolk company managing six apartment properties in the Ocean View area, including East Bay Apartments and Fisherman's Landing, with leasing and online rent payment.
In their words: “We are a local property management company that caters to the Ocean View area.”
Review summary: Reviewers mention helpful staff and maintenance, comfortable apartments and a location close to the beach.
4505 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508
Rooted Residential is a veteran-owned Norfolk company providing full-service management of residential rentals across Hampton Roads, including Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Suffolk and Portsmouth, with leasing and maintenance.
In their words: “We are a full service property management company.”
821 W 21st St Unit 208, Norfolk, VA 23517
Yarow Enterprises Property Management is a Norfolk company leasing and managing apartments in Norfolk and the Ghent neighborhood, with online rental applications.
Review summary: Reviewers mention a responsive, kind landlord and prompt handling of maintenance issues.
900 Granby St Suite B, Norfolk, VA 23510
Sunshine Property Management is a Norfolk company with over 20 years in Hampton Roads, managing single-family homes in Suffolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Hampton and Newport News with tenant placement, screening, rent collection, maintenance and evictions.
In their words: “We have the ability to fully manage your asset in your absence if you are stationed abroad or collaborate with you as a local investor.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a professional, friendly team that pays attention to detail and finds tenants even in slow seasons.
9625 Granby St Ste 201, Norfolk, VA 23503
Safe Harbor Property Management is a Norfolk company managing residential rentals and multi-family property in Hampton Roads, including East Ocean View, with marketing, screening, rent collection, maintenance and financial reporting.
In their words: “By leveraging cutting-edge tools and innovative platforms, we streamline processes for both property owners and tenants, ensuring efficiency and transparency every step of the way.”
1240 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, VA 23504
Leavy Harold's Enterprises is a Norfolk company renting and managing homes and apartments for residents and owners in Norfolk and the surrounding area.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention fair, welcoming treatment, quick maintenance and a pleasant leasing office.
520 W 21st St Unit 220, Norfolk, VA 23517
Hampton Roads Real Estate Property Management is a Norfolk company managing residential property and condo and homeowner associations across Hampton Roads, with real estate sales and online owner and tenant portals.
In their words: “We manage any type of residential property and have the capability of managing Property and Condo Owner's Associations throughout Hampton Roads.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention responsive, efficient staff and helpful agents who find homes quickly, with one complaint about slow repairs.
9646 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23503
EF Management is a Norfolk property management firm handling apartments and townhomes in Norfolk, Portsmouth and Ocean View, with leasing and a maintenance portal.
8459 Chesapeake Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23518
Property Services Of Ocean View is a property management company with an office in Norfolk, managing rentals and apartments for owners and residents in the Ocean View area.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention responsive, friendly staff who help renters find apartments and handle work respectfully.
SL Nusbaum Realty, in business since 1906, has a Norfolk office managing multifamily communities, retail and commercial property across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, with leasing, sales, advisory, development and acquisitions.
In their words: “We work hand in hand with our Multifamily and Commercial Property Management teams to provide financial information for managed properties.”
8422 Tidewater Dr A, Norfolk, VA 23518
Newcomb Property Services is a Norfolk company leasing and managing affordable apartments and rental homes in Norfolk and Tidewater, including maintenance and hands-off management for owners.
In their words: “We also provide comprehensive real estate solutions for property owners who prefer a hands off approach to managing their investments.”
228 W Bute St, Norfolk, VA 23510
Cavalier Land is a Norfolk company managing apartments and commercial property for owners and residents in Norfolk and the surrounding Hampton Roads area.
9635 16th Bay St, Norfolk, VA 23518
TAL Property Management is a property management company with an office in Norfolk, Virginia, managing apartments and rental properties for owners in the area.
701 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517
BHHS RW Towne Property Management is a Norfolk company managing single-family homes, townhomes, condos and apartments across Hampton Roads, with screening, placement, lease administration, inspections, maintenance and online rent payment.
In their words: “We manage rental homes in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, and Newport News.”
Shore Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518
Dick Kelly Real Estate has served Hampton Roads for more than 40 years from Norfolk, managing townhomes, houses, apartment complexes and condos with marketing, maintenance oversight, tenant screening, financial reporting and rent collection.
In their words: “We offer a full suite of services for owners, including advertising and marketing properties, overseeing maintenance, screening tenants, financial reporting and working with vendors.”
1503 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517
SlateHouse Group Property Management is a Norfolk company managing apartments and rental properties across Hampton Roads, including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Newport News.
108 W 20th St, Norfolk, VA 23517
Councill Realty & Management is a Norfolk company managing apartments, townhomes, duplexes, single-family homes and commercial property across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth and Chesapeake, with leasing, online rent payment and rental analysis.
In their words: “Our professional property management team has the experience to profitably manage your investment property.”
1216 Granby St Ste 15, Norfolk, VA 23510
Cirrus Realty is a Norfolk company offering apartment and single-family rentals and real estate sales across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth and Hampton.
1547 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518
Gifford Management Group is a Norfolk real estate and property management business renting homes and apartments and helping buyers and sellers in the Norfolk area.
999 Waterside Dr #2300, Norfolk, VA 23510
Harbor Group Management Company is headquartered in Norfolk and manages apartment communities, office and retail property across the United States, with leasing, asset management and construction management.
In their words: “Headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, we manage diversified operations across the United States, fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.”
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Rents in Norfolk are $0 above the Norfolk city typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 11 of the last 12 months: +$115 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Norfolk's typical asking rent is $0 (0.0%) above the county. The gap is about the same compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in April, July and December, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk | $1,749 | +7.0% | 21 |
| Portsmouth | $1,642 | +5.7% | 6 |
| Hampton | $1,690 | +7.2% | 4 |
| Virginia Beach | $2,098 | +7.8% | 29 |
| Chesapeake | $2,063 | +6.3% | 8 |
| Newport News | $1,593 | +7.5% | 16 |
| Smithfield | $2,554 | 2 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 21 property management companies in Norfolk, Norfolk city. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Virginia Beach and Newport News, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Norfolk is $1,749 (September 2026); +7.0% over the past year and +34.1% over five years. About 53.7% of homes in Norfolk are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 4.4% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 21 property management companies in Norfolk, VA.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Norfolk was $1,749 a month in September 2026, +7.0% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in April, July and December. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
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