Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA from $400 (45 Rentals)

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Wellesley Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wellesley Commons

51 Wellesley DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Snowden Senior 55+
1 Bedroom Apartments

Snowden Senior 55+

1115-1117 Briarfield RdNewport News, VA 23605
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Checed Warwick
2 Bedroom Apartments

Checed Warwick

15315 Warwick BlvdNewport News, VA 23608
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Uptown Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Apartments

870 Lucas Creek RdNewport News, VA 23608
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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
2 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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Hidenwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hidenwood Apartments

84 Tall Pines WayNewport 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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Victoria Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Place

831 Forrest DrNewport News, VA 23606
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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 Apartments

Executive Suites

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

Mallory Apartments

1555 Briarfield RdHampton, VA 23666
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Newport News, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport News, VA

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Newport News, VA area range in price from $737 to $7,572 with an overall median price of $1,811. The three Newport News neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are River at $737, Newmarket at $737, and Newmarket Creek at $737. 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
River$1,500$73774
Newmarket$1,504$73784
Newmarket Creek$1,504$73784
McIntosh$1,562$900131
Richneck$1,562$900137
Wilson$1,569$73783
Briarfield$1,574$73776
Huntington$1,579$73775
Jefferson$1,579$73775
Newsome Park$1,579$73773

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. Heritage Forest in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $737. 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
Heritage ForestThe Elm1BR,1BA$737
Flats at Newport CrossingA11BR,1BA$836
Hartford at Anchor PointStudioStudio,1BA$875
Lexington Commons1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
Christopher Crossing1b1b1BR,1BA$900
Autumn Lakes ApartmentsKick Off Summer with $0 First Month Rent! Reduc...1BR,1BA$900
Chestnut Arms Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930
Soundview Townhomes2 bed2BR,1BA$945
Hilton Village TownhomesSerenity Contemporary1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newport News area is the $1.12 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Hamilton Apartments- No Cost Utilities* in the in the Greenwood Newport News neighborhood starting from $2,019. The second greatest value Newport News apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Brennan Pointe I starting at $680 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Huntington 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.
Hamilton Apartments- No Cost Utilities*4 Bedroom4BR,3BA$1.12
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.44
The Suites at Port Warwick4 BR/4 BA - By The Bedroom - Modern4BR,4BA$0.40
Heritage ForestThe Sycamore3BR,2BA$1.23
Auburn Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Wendwood Square ApartmentsRose2BR,1BA$1.20
Admiral Pointe2 BD - D22BR,1BA$1.03
HarborstoneB1U Gold2BR,1BA$1.23
Pembroke Pines Apartments2X1.52BR,1.5BA$1.12
Turlington Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.18

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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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Newport News, VA

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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Newport News, VA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

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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 $950.

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

The cheapest apartment in Newport News is Heritage Forest which is listed at $737, while the average apartment in Newport News costs $1,811.

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 1,835 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 $289 which is $1,522 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport News.

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