
Apartments for Rent in the River Neighborhood of Newport News, VA (102 Rentals)


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Meadowview Apartments

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Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes

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Riverlands Apartments

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Heritage Forest I

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Soundview Townhomes

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Huntington on the James

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Chestnut Arms Apartments

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Chestnut Square

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Hilton Village Townhomes
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Whittaker Place Apartments

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Hartford at Anchor Point

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Windsor Court Apartments

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Admiral Pointe

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Liberty Apartments

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Westover Station

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Brennan Pointe II

869 36th St, Unit 71503

869 36th St, Unit 71505

869 36th St, Unit 71502
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869 36th St, Unit 73501

869 36th St, Unit 72707

869 36th St, Unit 73514

869 36th St, Unit 85902

869 36th St, Unit 81505

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

1023 Faubus Dr

318 61st St

349 51st St

9 Towne Square Dr
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5902 Marshall Ave

503 Woodfin Rd

116 Tyler Ave

520 Bellwood Rd

610 Woodfin Rd

612 Randolph Rd

4219 Newsome Dr

4149 Newsome Dr

4263 Newsome Dr

4157 Newsome Dr
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4119 Newsome Dr

4226 Newsome Dr

4224 Newsome Dr

4229 Orcutt Ave

4101 Newsome Dr

4107 Newsome Dr

4104 Newsome Dr

4211 Orcutt Ave

915 41st St

906 37th St
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River, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Studio Apartments | $969 | $905 | $1,044 |
| River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $695 | $1,462 |
| River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $695 | $1,942 |
| River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $1,145 | $2,241 |
| River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,245 | $3,345 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,102 | $795 | $1,695 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,881 | $1,400 | $3,100 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 102 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver, Newport News, VA
Ranked #66
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in River, Newport News, VA
Carver Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including River, Newport News, and the greater Newport News area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about River
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the River area of Newport News, VA?
As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 102 available River apartments priced from $695 to $3,345, with an average monthly rent of $1,352.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom River Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in River ranges from $695 to $1,462 with an average monthly rent of $1,162.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in River cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in River range from $695 to $1,942. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,361.
How expensive are River Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 22 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in River on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,145 to $2,241 - averaging $1,502 for the location.
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