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Highlights

  • Rent Special

Location

2606 Harvard Drive, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324, United States|South Norfolk
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Management

Franklin Group Companies

Leasing office

(844) 310-9632 ext. 8052

Property Overview

Harvard Apts receives an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.4, highlighting its appeal for renters. It features a competitive price rating of 10, strong amenities rated at 8, and an impressive location score of 9, all contributing to an exceptional living experience. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 8 reflects a commitment to transparency, while proximity to a top-rated middle school enhances its desirability.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Harvard Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harvard Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

C1 Classic2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,195 /mo3 units availableClassic 2BR/1BA
Updated 2 BR/1 BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,295 /mo3 units availableUpdated 2BR/1BA
Renovated 2 BR/1 BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,395 /mo3 units availableRenovated 2BR/1BA

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$500

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About Harvard Apts

HomeApartments in ChesapeakeSouth Norfolk Harvard Apts

- Classic 2BR/1BA- Updated 2BR/1BA- Renovated 2BR/1BA


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Harvard Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harvard Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Harvard Apts
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Harvard Apts offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Harvard Apts is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Harvard Apts is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Harvard Apts does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Harvard Apts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in South Norfolk

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Harvard Apts to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Norfolk.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
South Norfolk
Chesapeake
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chesapeake
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,528
January 2024$1,537
February 2024$1,506
March 2024$1,500
April 2024$1,470
May 2024$1,532
June 2024$1,554
July 2024$1,603
August 2024$1,622
September 2024$1,589
October 2024$1,559
November 2024$1,612
December 2024$1,605
January 2025$1,646
February 2025$1,638
March 2025$1,579
April 2025$1,514
May 2025$1,489
June 2025$1,496
July 2025$1,587
August 2025$1,570
September 2025$1,595
October 2025$1,577
November 2025$1,519
December 2025$1,555
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Norfolk
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$900
March 2024$1,050
April 2024$1,029
May 2024$1,032
June 2024$1,105
March 2025$1,064
April 2025$925
June 2025$1,090
July 2025$1,106
August 2025$1,067
September 2025$1,084
October 2025$1,064
November 2025$1,055
December 2025$1,100

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$51,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near Harvard Apts

Portlock Primary School

1857 varsity dr

chesapeake, VA, 23324

PK, K-2Public
B+

George W. Carver Intermediate School

2601 broad st

chesapeake, VA, 23324

3-5Public
B-
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Getting around Chesapeake near 2606 Harvard Drive

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2606 Harvard Drive, Chesapeake

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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