
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarfield Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Briarfield area of Newport News.


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Whittaker Place Apartments

Meadowview Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Hartford at Anchor Point

Soundview Townhomes

Chestnut Arms Apartments

511 Randolph Rd

Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes
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Windsor Court Apartments

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Huntington on the James

Admiral Pointe

Westover Station

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Seven Oaks Apartments

Riverlands Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Chestnut Square

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Hilton Village Townhomes
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2102 Marshall Ave

1112 74th St

Lakeland Village Apartments

Jefferson Brookville Apartments

Brennan Pointe I

Fields House Apartments

Holland Apartments On The James

520 Bellwood Rd

2314 Chestnut Ave
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1240 24th St

116 Tyler Ave

Newport Harbour Apartments

Snowden Senior 55+

St. Vincent’s Apartments

The Lift & The Rise on Jefferson

Woodview Townhomes

1010 36th St

Shipyard Shores
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1428 24th St

318 61st St

713 Hemlock Ave

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Carson Square Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

Mercury West Apartments

Northhampton Reserve

Executive Suites

633 Vaughan Ave
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Mallory Apartments

Century Plaza Apartments
Briarfield, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarfield Studio Apartments | $950 | $905 | $995 |
| Briarfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $691 | $1,680 |
| Briarfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,332 | $835 | $1,890 |
| Briarfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,099 | $2,245 |
| Briarfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,245 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarfield Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Briarfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarfield area of Newport News, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I priced from $680. Meadowview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Briarfield apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Riverlands Apartments | 1BD NS | 1BD Non-Smoking | 597 | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Windsor Court Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarfield, VA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarfield 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 Briarfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Upgrade Model at Mercury West Apartments starting at $1,330 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Hudson Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarfield 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 |
| Mercury West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Carson Square Apartments | Camden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Westover Station | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Windsor Court Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Newport News. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Briarfield?
The cheapest apartment in Briarfield is Meadowview Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Briarfield costs $1,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Briarfield?
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 40 regular apartments in Briarfield 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 Briarfield?
Cheap apartments in Briarfield have an average cost of $424 which is $1,048 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Briarfield.
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