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Checed Warwick
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Checed Warwick

15315 Warwick BlvdNewport News, VA 23608
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Wellesley Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wellesley Commons

51 Wellesley DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Brennan Pointe I
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brennan Pointe I

3100-3150 Warwick BlvdNewport News, VA 23607
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Oyster Point Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oyster Point Village

1001-1036 Birdsong WayNewport News, VA 23602
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Mariner Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mariner Park

409 Logan PlNewport News, VA 23601
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Ada Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ada Park

674 Summer Day CtNewport News, VA 23601
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Deer Park Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park Apartments

11430 Jefferson AveNewport News, VA 23601
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Timberwoods Townhomes
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Timberwoods Townhomes

150-156 Jenness LnNewport News, VA 23602
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Oyster Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oyster Point Apartments

1 D Guenevere CtNewport News, VA 23602
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Victoria Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Place

831 Forrest DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Tall Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tall Oaks

10710 Jefferson AveNewport News, VA 23601

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Warwick
Studio Apartments

Warwick

2410 West AveNewport News, VA 23607
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James River Flats
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

James River Flats

400 Shelter CirNewport News, VA 23608
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Executive Suites
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Executive Suites

2901-2907 W Mercury BlvdHampton, VA 23666
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Mallory Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mallory Apartments

1555 Briarfield RdHampton, VA 23666
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Woods at Yorktown
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woods at Yorktown

2801 Old Williamsburg RdYorktown, VA 23690
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport News, VA

Pricing Updated: 01/02/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Newport News, VA area range in price from $693 to $9,995 with an overall median price of $1,959. The three Newport News neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are James Landing at $920, Briarfield at $693, and River at $693. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newport News Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
James Landing$1,489$92071
Briarfield$1,498$693127
River$1,498$69386
Salters Creek$1,499$693113
Newmarket$1,504$693101
Newmarket Creek$1,504$693102
Wilson$1,509$693121
Huntington$1,519$693115
Newsome Park$1,529$693112
South Newport News$1,529$693115

Cheapest Available Newport News Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Newport News, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $680. Hartford at Anchor Point in the Ivy Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newport News apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$680
Hartford at Anchor PointStudioStudio,1BA$875
Auburn Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$920
Chestnut Arms Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$950
Meadowview Apartments2x12BR,1BA$955
Wendwood Square ApartmentsLily1BR,1BA$975
Whittaker Place ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$995
Cottage Grove Apartments and TownhomesA3 - Cottages1BR,1BA$999
Shell Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,000
Turlington Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade1BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newport News area is the $0.44 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Brennan Pointe I in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $680. The second greatest value Newport News apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Uptown Apartments starting at $1,029 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newport News apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.44
Uptown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Chestnut Arms Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Huntington on the James2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.19
Autumn Lakes Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Reno2BR,1BA$1.21
The Reserve at Deer Run2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
The GroveA11BR,1BA$1.21
Turlington Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.19
Auburn Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
Wendwood Square ApartmentsLily1BR,1BA$1.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Newport News Overview

If you’re looking for a new place to call home, Newport News, VA is worth considering. Located right on the East Coast, the city has a lot going for it. It’s the fifth largest city in the state with a population around 180,000. There are a wide variety of Newport News, VA apartments to choose from.

Why live in Newport News, VA?

It’s hard to know where to start when describing all of the positive qualities of Newport News. Just the fact that it’s located on the coast is a huge benefit. You’ll have fresh seafood at your fingertips at local restaurants and supermarkets. Mild temperatures of the region allow you to get outside most any day of the year and stay active whether that means jogging, walking or biking. The town is also rich in history, giving it a sacred and well-established feel. This is a city that you’ll truly be proud to call home.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newport News Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Newport News?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Newport News is under $1,015.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newport News?

The cheapest apartment in Newport News is Auburn Pointe which is listed at $920, while the average apartment in Newport News costs $1,959.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Newport News?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,817 regular apartments in Newport News that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Newport News?

Cheap apartments in Newport News have an average cost of $295 which is $1,664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport News.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!