
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Soundview Townhomes

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Whittaker Place Apartments

Meadowview Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Chestnut Arms Apartments
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Jefferson Brookville Apartments

4113 Newsome Dr

4203 Orcutt Ave

4347 Newsome Dr
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Fields House Apartments

4247 Orcutt Ave

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Warwick

2314 Chestnut Ave
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Shell Garden Apartments

4233 Orcutt Ave

4203 Orcutt Ave

633 Vaughan Ave

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1823 Shell Rd
Chestnut, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chestnut?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Studio Apartments | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| Chestnut 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $691 | $1,655 |
| Chestnut 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $795 | $1,900 |
| Chestnut 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $895 | $2,250 |
| Chestnut 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,245 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chestnut Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Chestnut Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chestnut area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Soundview Townhomes priced from $695. Chestnut Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Chestnut apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut, VA
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chestnut area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1X1 Model at The Arbors at Pembroke in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,158. The second greatest value Chestnut apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Legacy Landing starting at $1,262 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chestnut apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Westover Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Riverlands Apartments | 1BD | 1BD | 597sf | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chestnut Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chestnut Apartment is $695 at Soundview Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chestnut Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chestnut is starting from $795 at Soundview Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Chestnut Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chestnut Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Soundview Townhomes and starts from $895.
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