Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watkins Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $700 (17 Rentals)

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Mariner Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mariner Park

409 Logan PlNewport News, VA 23601
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Ada Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ada Park

674 Summer Day CtNewport News, VA 23601
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Deer Park Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park Apartments

11430 Jefferson AveNewport News, VA 23601
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Oyster Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oyster Point Apartments

1 D Guenevere CtNewport News, VA 23602
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Victoria Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Place

831 Forrest DrNewport News, VA 23606
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Tall Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tall Oaks

10710 Jefferson AveNewport News, VA 23601
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Huntington Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Village

501 Sophia WayNewport News, VA 23606

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Watkins, Newport News, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watkins Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watkins area of Newport News, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Turlington Oaks priced from $1,015. Highwater Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here are the most affordable Watkins apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Turlington Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade1BR,1BA$1,015
Highwater FlatsWrap up a great deal on your new home this wint...1BR,1BA$1,020
Hidenwood - Hiden Place ApartmentsHidenwood - The James - 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,090
Oyster Point Place2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,135
Warwick Village2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,138

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watkins, VA

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watkins area is the $1.45 price per square foot Tidewater Townhome Renovated Model at The Jamestown Apartments in the in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Watkins apartment is the The Sequoia Model at Forrest Landing I starting at $1,310 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watkins apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Jamestown ApartmentsTidewater Townhome Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Forrest Landing IThe Sequoia2BR,2BA$1.24
HarborstoneC1R-PR3BR,1BA$1.44
Winston TownhousesNoland2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Forest Lake at City CenterRenovated Cypress2BR,1BA$1.49
Sharps Landing2 Bed2BR,1.5BA$1.46
ImpressionsKey1BR,1BA$1.57
Turlington Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath Floor Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.19
Jefferson FlatsJEFFERSON RENOVATED2BR,1BA$1.41
Oyster Point Place1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Watkins, Newport News, VA

Ranked #30

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia, including Newport News. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watkins Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watkins?

The cheapest apartment in Watkins is Turlington Oaks which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Watkins costs $1,750.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watkins?

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 22 regular apartments in Watkins 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 Watkins?

Cheap apartments in Watkins have an average cost of $181 which is $1,569 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watkins.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!