
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Heritage Forest I

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

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Meadowview Apartments

Chestnut Arms Apartments

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Lakeland Village Apartments

Jefferson Brookville Apartments

4113 Newsome Dr

4301 Newsome Dr

Fields House Apartments

4104 Newsome Dr
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4101 Newsome Dr

4325 Newsome Dr

4135 Newsome Dr

841 41st St

4218 Newsome Dr

4163 Newsome Dr
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4111 Orcutt Ave

4137 Newsome Dr

4247 Orcutt Ave

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Brennan Pointe II

Warwick
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4203 Orcutt Ave
Downtown Newport News, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Newport News?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Newport News 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $695 | $1,691 |
| Downtown Newport News 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $795 | $1,789 |
| Downtown Newport News 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $1,145 | $1,510 |
| Downtown Newport News 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,245 | $1,829 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Newport News Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Newport News area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeland Village Apartments priced from $625. Soundview Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newport News apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A3 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Huntington on the James | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newport News, VA
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Newport News area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Brennan Pointe II in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,446. The second greatest value Downtown Newport News apartment is the 3 bed Model at Soundview Townhomes starting at $1,145 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Newport News apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe II | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 3 bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Lakeland Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Huntington on the James | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Shipyard Shores | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Newport News Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Newport News?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Newport News is Lakeland Village Apartments which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Downtown Newport News costs $1,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 18 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Newport News?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Newport News have an average cost of $427 which is $1,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Newport News.
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