
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunbar Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $534 (42 Rentals)
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Brennan Pointe II

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Whittaker Place Apartments

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

Meadowview Apartments

222 Poplar Ave

1122 21st St

869 36th St, Unit 73514
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869 36th St, Unit 85902

869 36th St, Unit 71502

869 36th St, Unit 73501

869 36th St, Unit 81505

869 36th St, Unit 71505

869 36th St, Unit 72707

869 36th St, Unit 71503

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Seven Oaks Apartments
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Jefferson Brookville Apartments

Fields House Apartments

4104 Newsome Dr

4259 Newsome Dr

4229 Orcutt Ave

4211 Orcutt Ave

4163 Newsome Dr

4249 Orcutt Ave
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4357 Newsome Dr

861-841 41st St

4149 Newsome Dr

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Warwick

753 28th St

4263 Newsome Dr

4107 Newsome Dr
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4224 Newsome Dr

4226 Newsome Dr

915 41st St

4119 Newsome Dr

Newport Harbour Apartments

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Shipyard Shores
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4203 Orcutt Ave

The Wythe Apartments
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 | $1,044 | $1,044 | $1,044 |
| Dunbar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,010 | $695 | $1,500 |
| Dunbar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $695 | $1,940 |
| Dunbar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $1,145 | $2,250 |
| Dunbar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,245 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 42 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 2 Beds unit found at Soundview Townhomes priced from $695. Brennan Pointe II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $842. Here are the most affordable Dunbar apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Brennan Pointe II | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $842 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,044 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Shipyard Flats | 405 | 1BR,1BA | $1,689 |
| Shipyard Shores | 3 Bed - 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $2,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunbar, VA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunbar area is the $2.01 price per square foot 3 Bed - 3 Bath Model at Shipyard Shores in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Dunbar apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Brennan Pointe II starting at $1,159 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipyard Shores | 3 Bed - 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $2.01 |
| Brennan Pointe II | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 4 bed | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Shipyard Flats | 405 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunbar Apartments
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 $593 which is $588 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dunbar.
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