
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA from $400 (127 Rentals)
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Soundview Townhomes

Heritage Forest I

100 Archer Rd

Brennan Pointe II

Uptown Apartments

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

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Meadowview Apartments

465 Menchville Rd S

Hartford at Anchor Point
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Auburn Pointe

Flats at Newport Crossing

Chestnut Arms Apartments

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Colony Apartments

Oyster Point Place

Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes

The Grove

Windsor Court Apartments

Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments

Turlington Oaks Apartments
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Huntington on the James

Maple Point Apartments

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The Residences at Forest Grove

Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments

Hidenwood Apartments

Trellis at Lee's Mill Apartments

Admiral Pointe

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Warwick Village

The Jamestown Apartments

602 74th St
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Riverlands Apartments

River Breeze Apartments

869 36th St, Unit 81505

869 36th St, Unit 73514

869 36th St, Unit 71503

869 36th St, Unit 71502

869 36th St, Unit 73501

869 36th St, Unit 72707

869 36th St, Unit 85902

869 36th St, Unit 71505
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Earle of Warwick Square

Westover Station

Monarch Crossing

Sharps Landing

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The Reserve at Deer Run

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Harborstone

Forrest Landing I

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Pebble Stone Gardens

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Colony Square Apartments

Waverly at Oyster Point
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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 | $1,507 | $667 | $2,075 |
| Cheap Newport News 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $695 | $2,299 |
| Cheap Newport News 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Newport News 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $1,129 | $3,349 |
| Cheap Newport News 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,245 | $3,324 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport News, VA
Pricing Updated: 07/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newport News, VA area range in price from $667 to $15,240 with an overall median price of $1,862. The three Newport News neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chestnut at $667, Downtown Newport News at $695, and Dunbar at $667. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut | $1,472 | $667 | 43 |
| Downtown Newport News | $1,472 | $695 | 38 |
| Dunbar | $1,472 | $667 | 23 |
| Jefferson | $1,472 | $695 | 18 |
| Jefferson Park | $1,472 | $667 | 33 |
| Magruder | $1,472 | $667 | 40 |
| Marshall | $1,472 | $667 | 36 |
| Reed | $1,472 | $667 | 35 |
| SouthEast Community | $1,472 | $667 | 39 |
| Wilson | $1,472 | $667 | 63 |
Cheapest Available Newport News Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeland Village Apartments in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $625. Soundview Townhomes in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newport News apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Sea Pines Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $842 |
| Hartford at Anchor Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A3 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newport News area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2X1.5 Model at The Arbors at Pembroke in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,396. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Auburn Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Brennan Pointe II | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 3 bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Turlington Oaks Apartments | 1b1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lakeland Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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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
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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 Lakeland Village Apartments which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Newport News costs $1,862.
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 1,128 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 $487 which is $1,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport News.
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