
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA from $695 (133 Rentals)
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Heritage Forest I

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Whittaker Place Apartments

Brennan Pointe II

Uptown Apartments

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

Meadowview Apartments

The Grove

Hartford at Anchor Point

Flats at Newport Crossing
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Hilton Village Townhomes

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Colony Apartments

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Oyster Point Place

Chestnut Arms Apartments

Windsor Court Apartments

Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments

Turlington Oaks Apartments

222 Poplar Ave

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Trellis at Lee's Mill Apartments

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Huntington on the James

Admiral Pointe

1122 21st St

The Jamestown Apartments

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The Reserve at Deer Run

Riverlands Apartments

869 36th St, Unit 81505

869 36th St, Unit 73514
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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

Westover Station

Monarch Crossing

Earle of Warwick Square

Sharps Landing
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Forrest Landing I

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Auburn Pointe

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Pebble Stone Gardens

Waverly at Oyster Point

Christopher Crossing

Forrest Pines Sr

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Springhouse Apartments

River Breeze Apartments

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Warwick Village

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Woodscape Apartments
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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 | $1,520 | $905 | $2,310 |
| Cheap Newport News 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $695 | $2,950 |
| Cheap Newport News 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Newport News 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,129 | $3,399 |
| Cheap Newport News 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $785 | $2,644 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport News, VA
Pricing Updated: 08/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newport News, VA area range in price from $695 to $15,240 with an overall median price of $1,533. The three Newport News neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Newport News at $1,099, Jefferson Park at $1,099, and Reed at $1,107. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Newport News | $1,099 | $695 | 45 |
| Jefferson Park | $1,099 | $695 | 41 |
| Reed | $1,107 | $695 | 45 |
| Jefferson | $1,145 | $695 | 31 |
| SouthEast Community | $1,147 | $695 | 50 |
| Marshall | $1,150 | $695 | 46 |
| Huntington Heights | $1,155 | $695 | 56 |
| Magruder | $1,157 | $695 | 51 |
| South Newport News | $1,199 | $695 | 60 |
| Chestnut | $1,200 | $695 | 54 |
Cheapest Available Newport News Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Newport News, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Soundview Townhomes in the Huntington neighborhood priced from $695. Lakeland Village Apartments in the Huntington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newport News apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Lakeland Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
| Uptown Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Hartford at Anchor Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Flats at Newport Crossing | 60A1 | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Sea Pines Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $967 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport News, VA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newport News area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Grand Lake in the in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,919. The second greatest value Newport News apartment is the The Sycamore Model at Heritage Forest I starting at $1,510 with a $1.24 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Lake | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Heritage Forest I | The Sycamore | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Brennan Pointe II | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Kates Trace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 4 bed | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| The Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Turlington Oaks Apartments | 1b1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lakeland Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
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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 $695, while the average apartment in Newport News costs $1,533.
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 827 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 $337 which is $1,196 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport News.
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