
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood of Newport News, VA from $400 (6 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Newport News?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Newport News 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $742 | $2,689 |
Downtown Newport News 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $900 | $2,825 |
Downtown Newport News 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $680 | $2,600 |
Downtown Newport News 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $1,145 | $1,699 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Newport News Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Newport News 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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newport News apartments for rent in Newport News, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $680 |
Soundview Townhomes | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newport News, VA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Newport News 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 Downtown Newport News apartment is the Oxford Townhome Upgraded Model at Cambridge Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Robinson Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Newport News apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brennan Pointe I | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.44 |
Cambridge Apartments | Oxford Townhome Upgraded | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
Admiral Pointe | 2 BD - D2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Huntington on the James | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Carson Square Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
Seven Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Meadowview Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
Heritage Forest | The Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Chestnut Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Soundview Townhomes | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Downtown Newport News Neighborhood in Newport News, VA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Newport News Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Newport News?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Newport News is Soundview Townhomes which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Downtown Newport News costs $1,458.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Newport News?
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 40 regular apartments in Downtown Newport News 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 Downtown Newport News?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Newport News have an average cost of $375 which is $1,083 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Newport News.
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