Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (5 Rentals)

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Snowden Senior 55+
1 Bedroom Apartments

Snowden Senior 55+

1115-1117 Briarfield RdNewport News, VA 23605
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Brennan Pointe I
3 Bedroom Apartments

Brennan Pointe I

3100-3150 Warwick BlvdNewport News, VA 23607

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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 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I priced from $680. Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $923. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newport News apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$680
Cottage Grove Apartments and TownhomesA2 - Cottages1BR,1BA$923
Chestnut Arms Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newport News, VA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Newport News 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 Downtown Newport News apartment is the 2 BD - D2 Model at Admiral Pointe starting at $979 with a $1.03 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brennan Pointe IThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.44
Admiral Pointe2 BD - D22BR,1BA$1.03
Seven Oaks Apartments**Limited Time Rent Special!**2BR,1BA$1.36
Soundview Townhomes2 bed2BR,1BA$1.28
Meadowview Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.76
Heritage ForestThe Elm1BR,1BA$1.52
Chestnut Arms Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
River Park Tower Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1.81
Cottage Grove Apartments and TownhomesA2 - Cottages1BR,1BA$1.81
The Jimmy1-Bed1BR,1BA$2.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Newport News, Newport News, VA

Ranked #66

Among neighborhoods in Newport News, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood in Newport News, VA

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes which is listed at $923, while the average apartment in Downtown Newport News costs $1,787.

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 17 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 $251 which is $1,536 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Newport News.

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