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201 Kingstowne Dr,
Newport News, VA 23606
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Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
Christopher Newport University - Newport News, VA Area Guide
Cheer on the Captains in your silver and blue
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Founded as a two-year branch of the College of William and Mary in 1960, Christopher Newport University is a four-year public university committed to providing a liberal arts education that stimulates intellectual inquiry and fosters social and civic values. Christopher Newport students acquire the qualities of mind and spirit that prepare them to lead lives with meaning and purpose.
Situated near the eastern banks of the James River, CNU is accessible to a wide range of apartments are available for rent near campus in Newport News. Convenience to U.S. Routes 60 and 17 as well as Interstates 64 and 664 allows for simple commutes and travels from the CNU campus as well.
NCAA Division III Captain athletics, more than 200 student clubs and organizations, Greek life, concerts, speakers, intramurals, and cultural events shape the rich campus life at CNU. The surrounding City of Newport News is home to a wealth of historical attractions, museums, natural parks, outdoor recreational opportunities, and community festivals. The bustle of big-city life isn’t too far away either, with Washington, DC just a three-hour drive from CNU.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Newport News, VA is $1,160 for a studio, $1,280 for one bedroom, $1,413 for two bedrooms, and $1,750 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newport News has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
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Studio
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490 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,160/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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689 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,280/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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977 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,413/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,249 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,750/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Christopher Newport University - Newport News, VA (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Christopher Newport University - Newport News, VA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
60
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Recreation
Christopher Newport University - Newport News, VA (University) provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Very Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
80
/ 100
Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
30
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Christopher Newport University - Newport News, VA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
20
/ 100
Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby
Nightlife
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mariners' Museum
- Virginia Living Museum
- Noland Trail at Mariner's Museum Park
- Bluebird Gap Farm
- Newport News Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newport News/Williamsburg International
- Norfolk International
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