
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (6 Rentals)
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Riverside, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,257 | $921 | $1,990 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $1,020 | $1,575 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $1,116 | $1,694 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,364 | $2,065 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Highwater Flats priced from $1,020. Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highwater Flats | Wrap up a great deal on your new home this wint... | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments | Hidenwood - The James - 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, VA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.66 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Newport Landing Apartments in the in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the Tidewater Townhome Renovated Model at The Jamestown Apartments starting at $1,545 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Landing Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| The Jamestown Apartments | Tidewater Townhome Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Forrest Landing I | The Sequoia | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Winston Townhouses | Noland | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Wellesley Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Sharps Landing | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Jefferson Flats | JEFFERSON | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Pebble Stone Gardens | Meadow | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Oyster Point Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Waverly at Oyster Point | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, Newport News, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Riverside, Newport News, VA
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Newport News, VA. 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 easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside is Highwater Flats which is listed at $1,020, while the average apartment in Riverside costs $1,645.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside?
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 Riverside 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 Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Riverside have an average cost of $170 which is $1,475 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside.
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