
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maxwell Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Maxwell, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maxwell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell Studio Apartments | $1,435 | $1,049 | $1,625 |
| Maxwell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $920 | $3,196 |
| Maxwell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,015 | $2,666 |
| Maxwell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $1,364 | $3,092 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Maxwell Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Maxwell Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Maxwell area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Colony Square Apartments priced from $965. Wendwood Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Maxwell apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Square Apartments | Classic Newport | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Highwater Flats | It might still be warm outside, but these speci... | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments | Hidenwood - The James - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maxwell, VA
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Maxwell area is the $1.61 price per square foot Adler Model at Legacy at Tech Center in the in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,653. The second greatest value Maxwell apartment is the Classic Three Bedroom Model at River Breeze Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Wendwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maxwell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy at Tech Center | Adler | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| River Breeze Apartments | Classic Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Sharps Landing | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Arboretum Place Apartments | WILLOW B60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Mariners Green Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Washer/Dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Young's Mill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Colony Square Apartments | Upgraded Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMaxwell, Newport News, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Maxwell, Newport News, VA
Richard T. Yates Elementary
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maxwell Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Maxwell?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Maxwell is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Maxwell?
The cheapest apartment in Maxwell is Colony Square Apartments which is listed at $965, while the average apartment in Maxwell costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Maxwell?
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 19 regular apartments in Maxwell 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 Maxwell?
Cheap apartments in Maxwell have an average cost of $219 which is $1,581 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Maxwell.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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