
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nelson Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Nelson area of Newport News.


The Grove

Flats at Newport Crossing

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Colony Apartments

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Auburn Pointe

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Springhouse Apartments

Forrest Pines Sr
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St. Andrews Apartments

Newport Crossing Townhomes

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Autumn Lakes Apartments

Linden at North Shores

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River Breeze Apartments

Linden at Forrest Pines

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Apex at Ashton Green

Denbigh Village

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King's Ridge Apartments
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The Villages of Stoney Run

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The Residences at Sonoma Woods

Checed Warwick

Pear Tree Park Townhouses

Timberwoods Townhomes

Maple Point Apartments

884 Cascade Dr
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774 Old Lucas Creek Rd

212 Earle Ct

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Nelson, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $844 | $1,910 |
| Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $946 | $1,852 |
| Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $1,129 | $2,406 |
| Nelson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $2,010 | $2,010 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Nelson Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nelson area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Uptown Apartments priced from $844. The Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| The Grove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Flats at Newport Crossing | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,017 |
| Auburn Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Springhouse Apartments | The Garland | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Waverton Ashton Green | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,312 |
| The Residences at Forest Grove | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| River Mews Apartments and Townhomes | The Birch Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,406 |
| Woodscape Apartments | B1 Partial Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,436 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, VA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.41 price per square foot Magnolia Model at The Residences at Sonoma Woods in the in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood starting from $1,758. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath with Den - Renovated Model at Linden at North Shores starting at $1,555 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Windsor Great Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Sonoma Woods | Magnolia | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Linden at North Shores | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath with Den - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Autumn Lakes Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Woodscape Apartments | B2 Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| The Residences at Forest Grove | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Grove | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Waverton Ashton Green | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Auburn Pointe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Uptown Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nelson?
The cheapest apartment in Nelson is Uptown Apartments which is listed at $844, while the average apartment in Nelson costs $1,526.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nelson?
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 16 regular apartments in Nelson 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 Nelson?
Cheap apartments in Nelson have an average cost of $247 which is $1,279 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nelson.
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