
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmer Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Palmer, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Studio Apartments | $1,756 | $1,600 | $1,959 |
| Palmer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $801 | $2,369 |
| Palmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $931 | $2,719 |
| Palmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,365 | $3,309 |
| Palmer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $2,109 | $2,634 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palmer Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Palmer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmer area of Newport News, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Flats at Newport Crossing priced from $931. Colony Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Palmer apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at Newport Crossing | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $931 |
| Colony Apartments | One Bedroom Model | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Springhouse Apartments | The Garland | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom A1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer, VA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmer area is the $1.25 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Wendwood Square Apartments in the in the Glendale neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Palmer apartment is the Haven Model at Impressions starting at $1,851 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Magnolia | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Impressions | Haven | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Featherstone Apartments at Kiln Creek | 2RE | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Legacy at Tech Center | Adler | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Ashton at Oyster Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Sharps Landing | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Arboretum Place Apartments | WILLOW B60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Colony Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Flats at Newport Crossing | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmer Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmer?
The cheapest apartment in Palmer is Colony Apartments which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Palmer costs $2,459.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palmer?
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 Palmer 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 Palmer?
Cheap apartments in Palmer have an average cost of $130 which is $2,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmer.
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