
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA from $400 (158 Rentals)
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Heritage Forest I

1511 Auckland Ct

1511 Auckland Ct

Flats at Newport Crossing

5215 Huntington Ave

Uptown Apartments

3302 Chestnut Ave

Meadowview Apartments

Hartford at Anchor Point
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Turlington Oaks

Auburn Pointe

Soundview Townhomes

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Colony Apartments

Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes

Oyster Point Place

The Grove

Windsor Court Apartments

Chestnut Arms Apartments

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Huntington on the James
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The Residences at Forest Grove

Admiral Pointe

3800 Roanoke Ave

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Warwick Village

The Jamestown Apartments

Harborstone
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Linden at North Shores

Westover Station

Sharps Landing

Colony Square Apartments

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Springhouse Apartments

Earle of Warwick Square

Monarch Crossing

236 Buxton Ave

Forrest Landing I

Riverlands Apartments
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Seven Oaks Apartments

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The Reserve at Deer Run

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Woodscape Apartments

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Autumn Lakes Apartments

Waverly at Oyster Point

ReNew Newport News

Forrest Pines Sr

Christopher Crossing

236 Buxton Ave

Newport Crossing Townhomes
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Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newport News?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Newport News Studio Apartments | $1,392 | $662 | $2,085 |
| Cheap Newport News 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $691 | $2,479 |
| Cheap Newport News 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Newport News 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $1,099 | $3,309 |
| Cheap Newport News 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $1,245 | $2,634 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport News, VA
Pricing Updated: 04/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newport News, VA area range in price from $662 to $15,240 with an overall median price of $1,942. The three Newport News neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Riverside at $999, Sanford at $801, and Hilton at $905. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newport News Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside | $1,565 | $999 | 104 |
| Sanford | $1,643 | $801 | 101 |
| Hilton | $1,645 | $905 | 56 |
| Sedgefield | $1,645 | $905 | 62 |
| Warwick | $1,645 | $905 | 128 |
| Boulevard | $1,697 | $920 | 148 |
| Briarfield | $1,699 | $662 | 96 |
| Chestnut | $1,699 | $662 | 74 |
| Downtown Newport News | $1,699 | $691 | 59 |
| Dunbar | $1,699 | $662 | 48 |
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. Sea Pines Apartments in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $842. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newport News apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
| Sea Pines Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $842 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Colony Apartments | One Bedroom Efficency | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA
As of April 08, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Auburn Pointe starting at $1,325 with a $1.10 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| Auburn Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Hickory Point Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath + Den Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Uptown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Rose | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Newport Crossing Townhomes | The Anchor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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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.
Newport News, VAPopulation: 178,626
Ranked #145
in US Census Population by City
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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 $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newport News?
The cheapest apartment in Newport News is Soundview Townhomes which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Newport News costs $1,942.
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 1,766 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 $260 which is $1,682 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport News.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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