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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Central heat & air
  • Fridge
  • Area for stackable washer/dryer
  • Stove

Location

1861 Kingston Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503, USA|Bay View
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Management

DICK KELLY REAL ESTATE CO Inc

Leasing office

(757) 480-2303

Property Overview

1861 Kingston is highly regarded with a Zumper expert rating of 8.3, highlighting its appealing combination of price, value, and amenities, which receive top marks of 9 out of 10. The property features hardwood floors, central heat and air, and additional conveniences like a fridge and space for a stackable washer/dryer. Located within close proximity to top-rated schools and pet-friendly services, it offers residents a well-rounded lifestyle with excellent transparency from the management.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1861 Kingston is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1861 Kingston 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,350 /mo1 unit available2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, stove, micro hood, fridge, area for stackable washer/dryer, central heat & air, ceiling fan in each bedroom, hardwood floors, tenants pay water/sewage, electric, entrance door to building has a door lock with code, aprox 850 sq ft, yr built 1965, one year lease, not furnished

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Amenities for 1861 Kingston

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Central HeatCentral Heat and Air

Appliances

Electric StoveMicrohood
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,350

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units4
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About 1861 Kingston

HomeApartments in NorfolkBay View 1861 Kingston

2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, stove, micro hood, fridge, area for stackable washer/dryer, central heat & air, ceiling fan in each bedroom, hardwood floors, tenants pay water/sewage, electric, entrance door to building has a door lock with code, aprox 850 sq ft, yr built 1965, one year lease, not furnished


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1861 Kingston is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1861 Kingston 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 1861 Kingston
Price·9A 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.
1861 Kingston stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
1861 Kingston goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1861 Kingston receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1861 Kingston 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 1861 Kingston 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.

1861 Kingston is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 1861 Kingston compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 3 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Bay View

2-bedroom apartments at 1861 Kingston cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bay View.

Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Bay View
Norfolk
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Norfolk
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,250
November 2023$1,281
December 2023$1,231
January 2024$1,313
February 2024$1,289
March 2024$1,451
April 2024$1,455
May 2024$1,409
June 2024$1,379
July 2024$1,391
August 2024$1,374
September 2024$1,355
October 2024$1,249
November 2024$1,277
December 2024$1,218
January 2025$1,252
February 2025$1,248
March 2025$1,260
April 2025$1,198
May 2025$1,200
June 2025$1,227
July 2025$1,244
August 2025$1,215
September 2025$1,196
October 2025$1,195
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bay View
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$993
November 2023$1,018
December 2023$987
January 2024$962
February 2024$900
March 2024$950
April 2024$975
May 2024$966
June 2024$1,024
July 2024$1,143
August 2024$1,188
September 2024$1,215
October 2024$1,235
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,155
February 2025$1,155
March 2025$1,091
April 2025$1,053
May 2025$1,065
June 2025$1,109
July 2025$1,115
August 2025$1,154
September 2025$1,184
October 2025$1,150

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$54,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near 1861 Kingston

Bay View Elementary School

1434 bay view blvd

norfolk, VA, 23503

PK, K-5Public
B-

Ghent School

200 shirley ave

norfolk, VA, 23517

K-8Public
B-

Easton Preschool

1132 wade st

norfolk, VA, 23502

PKPublic

Berkley/Campostella Early Childhood Education Center

1530 cypress st

norfolk, VA, 23523

PKPublic
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Getting around Norfolk near 1861 Kingston Ave

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1861 Kingston Ave, Norfolk

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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