Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palmer Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (19 Rentals)

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Wellesley Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wellesley Commons

51 Wellesley DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Oyster Point Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oyster Point Village

1001-1036 Birdsong WayNewport News, VA 23602
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Timberwoods Townhomes
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Timberwoods Townhomes

150-156 Jenness LnNewport News, VA 23602
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Oyster Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oyster Point Apartments

1 D Guenevere CtNewport News, VA 23602
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Victoria Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Place

831 Forrest DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Forrest Landing II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forrest Landing II

14 Forrest DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Palmer, Newport News, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palmer Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palmer area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Collinwood Square Apartments priced from $995. Springhouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,017. Here are the most affordable Palmer apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collinwood Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Springhouse ApartmentsThe Arbor1BR,1BA$1,017
Flats at Newport CrossingB12BR,1BA$1,017
River Breeze Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Turlington Oaks2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer, VA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palmer area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bed Premium Model at Grand Lake in the in the Wendwood neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Palmer apartment is the 3 BR/3 BA - By The Bedroom - Modern Model at The Suites at Port Warwick starting at $629 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Glendale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmer apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Lake3 Bed Premium3BR,1.5BA$1.33
The Suites at Port Warwick3 BR/3 BA - By The Bedroom - Modern1BR,1BA$0.44
Styron Square ApartmentsThe Baldwin2BR,2BA$1.47
Turlington Oaks2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Washer/Dryer Hookup2BR,1BA$1.10
Colony Square ApartmentsRenovated Huntington2BR,2BA$1.30
Forest Lake at City CenterRenovated Cypress2BR,1BA$1.50
Newport Landing ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.34
Mariners Green Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath with Washer Dryer2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Sharps LandingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.46
Flats at Newport CrossingB12BR,1BA$1.34

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Newport News. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Palmer Neighborhood in Newport News, VA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmer Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palmer?

The cheapest apartment in Palmer is Collinwood Square Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Palmer costs $2,234.

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 5 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 $139 which is $2,095 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palmer.

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