
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jenkins Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $600 (44 Rentals)
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Uptown Apartments

Flats at Newport Crossing

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Colony Apartments

The Grove

Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments

River Breeze Apartments

Monarch Crossing

Earle of Warwick Square
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Auburn Pointe

Wendwood Square Apartments

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Springhouse Apartments

Forrest Pines Sr

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Autumn Lakes Apartments

Young's Mill Apartments

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St. Andrews Apartments

Newport Crossing Townhomes

The Point at Tech Center
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Linden at Forrest Pines

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Colony Square Apartments

Denbigh Village

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The Villages of Stoney Run

Impressions

Featherstone Apartments at Kiln Creek

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Watermans Crossing Apartments

Turnberry Wells
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Citizen Apartments

700 Acqua Apartments

161 Jenness Ln

161 Jenness Ln

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Aviator Lofts

506 Genneys Way, Unit 506 Genneys Way, Unit 506 Genneys Way

The Reserves at Arboretum Apartments

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Legacy at Tech Center

298 Eastwood Dr
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334 Thalia Dr

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Collinwood Square Apartments

Huntington Village

Arboretum Place Apartments

222 Hogan Dr

3 Nichols Pl

40 Bonita Dr
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Jenkins, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jenkins?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenkins Studio Apartments | $1,648 | $1,061 | $1,746 |
| Jenkins 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $844 | $2,076 |
| Jenkins 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $946 | $2,506 |
| Jenkins 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,129 | $2,996 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jenkins Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Jenkins Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jenkins area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Grove priced from $999. Flats at Newport Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,017. Here are the most affordable Jenkins apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Flats at Newport Crossing | 60B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,017 |
| Uptown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Auburn Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,104 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Springhouse Apartments | The Arbor | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom A1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,133 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,168 |
| Young's Mill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jenkins, VA
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jenkins area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Auburn Pointe in the in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood starting from $1,104. The second greatest value Jenkins apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Uptown Apartments starting at $1,029 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jenkins apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Uptown Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Colony Square Apartments | Renovated Huntington | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Monarch Crossing | 2b1b Platinum Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| River Breeze Apartments | Renovated Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Forrest Pines Sr | Birch Type 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia and customized analysis for Central Newport News, VA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jenkins Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jenkins?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jenkins is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jenkins?
The cheapest apartment in Jenkins is The Grove which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Jenkins costs $1,829.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jenkins?
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 30 regular apartments in Jenkins 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 Jenkins?
Cheap apartments in Jenkins have an average cost of $186 which is $1,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jenkins.
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