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$662 - $1,299Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Whittaker Place Apartments
1003 28th StNewport News, VA 23607
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunbar Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (14 Rentals)
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5215 Huntington Ave
Newport NewsVA23607
5215 Huntington Ave
Newport NewsVA23607
5215 Huntington Ave
Newport NewsVA23607
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Meadowview Apartments
4801 Marshall AveNewport News, VA 23607
1326 24th St
Newport NewsVA23607
1326 24th St
Newport NewsVA23607
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1326 24th St
Newport NewsVA23607
1326 24th St
Newport NewsVA23607
621 44th St
Newport NewsVA23607
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Dunbar, Newport News, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunbar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar Studio Apartments | $884 | $662 | $995 |
| Dunbar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $698 | $1,699 |
| Dunbar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $835 | $1,900 |
| Dunbar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $1,099 | $2,250 |
| Dunbar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,245 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dunbar Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Dunbar Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunbar area of Newport News, VA is a Studio unit found at Whittaker Place Apartments priced from $662. Brennan Pointe I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $680. Here are the most affordable Dunbar apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $662 |
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | Special Offer!!! Get $500 off your first month’... | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunbar, VA
As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunbar 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 Dunbar apartment is the 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath Model at The Jimmy starting at $1,850 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunbar 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 |
| The Jimmy | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Legacy Landing | 2B | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | Special Offer!!! Get $500 off your first month’... | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| River Park Tower Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 700 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Shipyard Flats - All Utilities Included | 221 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDunbar, Newport News, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Dunbar Neighborhood in Newport News, VA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunbar Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dunbar?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dunbar is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dunbar?
The cheapest apartment in Dunbar is Meadowview Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Dunbar costs $1,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dunbar?
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 11 regular apartments in Dunbar 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 Dunbar?
Cheap apartments in Dunbar have an average cost of $545 which is $1,054 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dunbar.
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