
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Salters Creek Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Salters Creek area of Newport News.


Heritage Forest I

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Anchor Room 1

3302 Chestnut Ave

Meadowview Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Soundview Townhomes

Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes

Chestnut Arms Apartments
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Huntington on the James

Admiral Pointe

3800 Roanoke Ave

Westover Station

236 Buxton Ave

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Seven Oaks Apartments

Riverlands Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Chestnut Square
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Lakeland Village Apartments

Brennan Pointe I

4203 Orcutt Ave

4118 Newsome Dr

4233 Orcutt Ave

2314 Chestnut Ave

4263 Newsome Dr

843 41st St

1240 24th St
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Snowden Senior 55+

St. Vincent’s Apartments

Woodview Townhomes

1211 26th St

4317 Newsome Dr

Village at Town Park

1823 Shell Rd

1823 Shell Rd

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Shell Garden Apartments
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713 Hemlock Ave

The Arbors at Pembroke

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Carson Square Apartments

1823 Shell Rd

Northhampton Reserve

Mercury West Apartments

200 Claremont Ave

Executive Suites

Mallory Apartments
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Salters Creek, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salters Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salters Creek Studio Apartments | $1,417 | $662 | $1,769 |
| Salters Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $691 | $1,753 |
| Salters Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $895 | $2,299 |
| Salters Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $1,099 | $2,335 |
| Salters Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,245 | $1,699 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Salters Creek Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Salters Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salters Creek area of Newport News, VA is a 3 Beds unit found at Brennan Pointe I priced from $680. Soundview Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here are the most affordable Salters Creek apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Huntington on the James | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Whittaker Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Village at Town Park | Bald Cypress | 2BR,1BA | $1,104 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salters Creek, VA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salters Creek area is the $0.44 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Brennan Pointe I in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $680. The second greatest value Salters Creek apartment is the 2X1.5 Model at The Arbors at Pembroke starting at $1,380 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salters Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Heritage Forest I | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Pembroke Pines Apartments | 2X1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Village at Town Park | Bald Cypress | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Admiral Pointe | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia including Salters Creek, 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 searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salters Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Salters Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salters Creek is under $1,104.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salters Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Salters Creek is Soundview Townhomes which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Salters Creek costs $1,490.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salters Creek?
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 50 regular apartments in Salters Creek 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 Salters Creek?
Cheap apartments in Salters Creek have an average cost of $398 which is $1,092 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salters Creek.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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