
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $500 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Washington area of Newport News.


Soundview Townhomes

Heritage Forest I

5215 Huntington Ave, Unit Anchor Room 1

Meadowview Apartments

236 Buxton Ave

Chestnut Arms Apartments

Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes

Lakeland Village Apartments
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Jefferson Brookville Apartments

4113 Newsome Dr

4301 Newsome Dr

4203 Orcutt Ave

Fields House Apartments

4163 Newsome Dr

4101 Newsome Dr

4325 Newsome Dr

4104 Newsome Dr
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4247 Orcutt Ave

4137 Newsome Dr

841 41st St

4135 Newsome Dr

4218 Newsome Dr

4111 Orcutt Ave

Holland Apartments On The James

Brennan Pointe II

Warwick
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2314 Chestnut Ave

1240 24th St

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Shell Garden Apartments

4203 Orcutt Ave

633 Vaughan Ave

Mallory Apartments

Century Plaza Apartments

Colonial Landing Apartments

1823 Shell Rd
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631 Quincy St
Washington, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $855 | $667 | $1,044 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $695 | $1,691 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $795 | $1,900 |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $1,099 | $2,250 |
| Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $1,245 | $1,699 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington area of Newport News, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Soundview Townhomes priced from $795. Chestnut Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Washington apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Cottage Grove Apartments and Townhomes | A2 - Cottages | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Shell Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 631 Quincy St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Westover Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Riverlands Apartments | 1BD NS | 1BD Non-Smoking | 597 | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, VA
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Brennan Pointe II in the in the Huntington neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath Model at River Park Tower Apartment Homes starting at $1,655 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Huntington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brennan Pointe II | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| River Park Tower Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Arbors at Pembroke | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Heritage Forest I | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Carson Square Apartments | Camden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Legacy Landing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 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 | $1.07 |
| Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington?
The cheapest apartment in Washington is Meadowview Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Washington costs $1,472.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington?
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 18 regular apartments in Washington 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 Washington?
Cheap apartments in Washington have an average cost of $495 which is $977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington.
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