What is the average apartment size in Newport News?

The average size for a Newport News, VA apartment is 923 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Newport News?

As of Jun / 2026, the average rent in Newport News is $1,451 per month, a 3.96% increase from last years average of $1,395.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Newport News?

In Newport News, studios rent for $1,065 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,312 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,454 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,811 per month

What is the average apartment size in Newport News?

The typical apartment in Newport News offers about 923 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Newport News?

Studio apartments in Newport News average 453 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 685 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 981 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,246 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Newport News?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Newport News include Jefferson Park ($1,055/month), Glendale ($1,109/month), and Morrison ($1,131/month), all below the citywide average of $1,451.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Newport News?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Newport News are Port Warwick ($1,692/month), Oyster Point City Center ($1,778/month), and Village Green ($1,841/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Newport News, VA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Newport News?

The typical rent budget in Newport News ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 51% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Newport News?

In Newport News, 52% of households rent while 48% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Newport News is $1,451, a 3.96% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,395.

Studio Apartments at $1,065 offer the most budget-friendly option with 453 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 685 square feet for $1,312, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,454 offer 981 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,246 sq ft) for $1,811, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Newport News, VA

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,451	923 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,065	453 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,312	685 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,454	981 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,811	1,246 sq. ft.

Newport News, VA rent trends

Rental prices in Newport News, VA have increased by 3.96% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,395 to $1,451.

What's the typical rent budget in Newport News, VA?

The largest share of rentals in Newport News, VA (51%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Newport News, VA?

39,457 or 52% of the households in Newport News, VA are renter-occupied while 36,655 or 48% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Newport News?

Jefferson Park $1,055/month

Glendale $1,109/month

Morrison $1,131/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,451/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Newport News?

Port Warwick $1,692/month

Oyster Point City Center $1,778/month

Village Green $1,841/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Newport News, VA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Village Green	$1,841
Oyster Point City Center	$1,778
Port Warwick	$1,692
Campbell	$1,619
Stoney Brook	$1,617
Wendwood	$1,576
Windsor	$1,550
North End Newport News	$1,546
Jones Run	$1,500
Turnberry	$1,446
Warwick Landing	$1,445
Forrest	$1,363
Warwick Lawns	$1,361
Skiffes Creek Landing	$1,349
Courthouse Green	$1,345
Pear Tree Hall	$1,304
Dutch Village	$1,303
Charter Elm - Hanover Heights	$1,293
Ivy Farms	$1,197
Hudson Terrace	$1,189
The Forest	$1,174
Morrison	$1,131
Glendale	$1,109
Jefferson Park	$1,055

Newport News | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Campbell is 25% higher than in Charter Elm - Hanover Heights

$1,619

Campbell rent is 12% higher than Newport News average

Average Rent $1,619

$1,293

Charter Elm - Hanover Heights rent is 11% lower than Newport News average

Average Rent $1,293

How Newport News Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Newport News	$1,451
Richmond	$1,630
Arlington	$2,713
Alexandria	$2,202
Charlottesville	$2,176
Virginia Beach	$1,813
Norfolk	$1,640
Henrico	$1,620
Woodbridge	$2,107
Fairfax	$2,361
Falls Church	$2,340
Hampton	$1,569
Chesapeake	$1,829
Portsmouth	$1,408
Suffolk, VA	$1,858
Yorktown, VA	$1,849

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Newport News apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.