
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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Heritage Forest I

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Whittaker Place Apartments

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Engine Room 5

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4113 Newsome Dr

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4104 Newsome Dr

4241 Orcutt Ave

4211 Orcutt Ave

4259 Newsome Dr
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4229 Orcutt Ave

4163 Newsome Dr

520 Bellwood Rd

753 28th St

17 Aspenwood Dr

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4203 Orcutt Ave

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Century Plaza Apartments
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 | $974 | $905 | $1,044 |
| River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $695 | $1,434 |
| River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $795 | $1,964 |
| River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $1,145 | $2,292 |
| River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,245 | $3,324 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Soundview Townhomes priced from $695. Hartford at Anchor Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $905. Here are the most affordable River apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Hartford at Anchor Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A3 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Windsor Court Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Westover Station | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Mercury West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Hilton Village Townhomes | Retreat Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,392 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River, VA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the River area is the $1.27 price per square foot The Willow Model at Heritage Forest I in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,314. The second greatest value River apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Meadowview Apartments starting at $1,349 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Forest I | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Huntington on the James | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Mercury West Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Westover Station | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Windsor Court Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver, Newport News, VA
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River?
The cheapest apartment in River is Soundview Townhomes which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in River costs $1,320.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River?
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 15 regular apartments in River 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 River?
Cheap apartments in River have an average cost of $313 which is $1,007 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River.
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