
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Yates Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Yates area of Newport News.


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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 | $1,459 | $1,049 | $1,755 |
| Yates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $920 | $1,820 |
| Yates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $1,015 | $2,305 |
| Yates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,350 | $2,325 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 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 1 Bed unit found at Wendwood Square Apartments priced from $1,000. Turlington Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Yates apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| 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 |
| Monarch Crossing | 1b1b Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yates, VA
As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Yates area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2BR Townhouse Model at Earle of Warwick Square in the in the Glendale neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Yates apartment is the Adler Model at Legacy at Tech Center starting at $1,447 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Robinson Terrace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earle of Warwick Square | 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Legacy at Tech Center | Adler | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| River Breeze Apartments | Renovated Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Wellesley Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Colony Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Sharps Landing | 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Turlington Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Arboretum Place Apartments | WILLOW B60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Wendwood Square Apartments | Lily | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Oyster Point Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleYates, Newport News, VA
Ranked #19
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Yates, Newport News, VA
Richard T. Yates Elementary
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle
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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.
Getting Around the Yates Neighborhood in Newport News, VA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,291.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Yates?
The cheapest apartment in Yates is Wendwood Square Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Yates costs $1,612.
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 19 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 $172 which is $1,440 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Yates.
Expert Rental Resources
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