
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Yates Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Oyster Point Place

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Colony Apartments

Turlington Oaks Apartments

Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments

Hidenwood Apartments

Colony Square Apartments

Sharps Landing

Earle of Warwick Square
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Monarch Crossing

Forrest Landing I

Wendwood Square Apartments

Young's Mill Apartments

River Breeze Apartments

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Highwater Flats

Chesapeake Bay

ReNew Newport News

The Point at Tech Center
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Impressions

Wellesley Woods Apartment Homes

Forest Lake at City Center

Featherstone Apartments at Kiln Creek

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Watermans Crossing Apartments

Citizen Apartments

700 Acqua Apartments

Styron Square Apartments

Compass at City Center
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The Reserves at Arboretum Apartments

506 Genneys Way, Unit 506 Genneys Way, Unit 506 Genneys Way

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Aviator Lofts

298 Eastwood Dr

Wellesley Commons

Deer Park Apartments

Collinwood Square Apartments

Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments

Huntington Village
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Forrest Landing II

Hiden Place

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Belmont at City Center

Venture Apartments iN Tech Center

3 Nichols Pl

222 Hogan Dr

415 Bryan Ct

221 Seasons Trail
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Yates, Newport News, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yates Studio Apartments | $1,698 | $1,600 | $1,829 |
| Yates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $951 | $2,449 |
| Yates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $931 | $2,506 |
| Yates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,358 | $2,532 |
| Yates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,747 | $1,747 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Yates Neighborhood of Newport News, VA.
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Cheapest Available Yates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Yates area of Newport News, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Flats at Newport Crossing priced from $931. Colony Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Yates apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at Newport Crossing | 50B1 | 2BR,2BA | $931 |
| Colony Apartments | One Bedroom Efficency | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Oyster Point Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Colony Square Apartments | Classic Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Silver Hill at Arboretum Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom A1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments | Hidenwood - The Newport - 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| Young's Mill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Monarch Crossing | 1b1b Gold Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Highwater Flats | Because heroes deserve more — enjoy $200 in tot... | 1BR,1BA | $1,236 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yates, VA
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Yates area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3BR Model at Featherstone Apartments at Kiln Creek in the in the Wendwood neighborhood starting from $1,829. The second greatest value Yates apartment is the B2 Model at The Reserves at Arboretum Apartments starting at $1,754 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Glendale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Featherstone Apartments at Kiln Creek | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Reserves at Arboretum Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| River Breeze Apartments | Renovated Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Forest Lake at City Center | Renovated Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Sharps Landing | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Arboretum Place Apartments | WILLOW B60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Hidenwood - Hiden Place Apartments | Hidenwood - The Newport - 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Colony Apartments | One Bedroom Efficency | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Oyster Point Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleYates, 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 Yates, Newport News, VA
Richard T. Yates Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Yates, Newport News, and the greater Newport News area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yates Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Yates?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Yates is under $1,236.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Yates?
The cheapest apartment in Yates is Colony Apartments which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Yates costs $1,829.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Yates?
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 13 regular apartments in Yates 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 Yates?
Cheap apartments in Yates have an average cost of $550 which is $1,279 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Yates.
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