
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Newport News Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Newport News?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Newport News 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,648 | $1,400 | $1,850 |
Downtown Newport News 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,324 | $1,595 | $3,999 |
Downtown Newport News 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,925 | $1,650 | $2,200 |
Downtown Newport News 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 13 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 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I priced from $680. Heritage Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $822. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newport News apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
Heritage Forest | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $822 |
Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Huntington on the James | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newport News, VA
As of June 09, 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 3x1.5 Model at Meadowview Apartments starting at $1,499 with a $1.50 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. |
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Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.44 |
Meadowview Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Admiral Pointe | 2 BD - D2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Seven Oaks Apartments | **Limited Time Rent Special!** | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Heritage Forest | The Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
River Park Tower Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Huntington on the James | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Riverlands Apartments | 1BD | 1BD | 597sf | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Newport News
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Newport News?
There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newport News, VA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,394. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Newport News ranging from $1,400 to $3,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Newport News?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Newport News ranges from $1,400 to $3,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,099.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Newport News?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Newport News range from $1,045 to $3,394, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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