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307 Saint Thomas Dr,
Newport News, VA 23606
$1,245 - $2,005 Plus Fees
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Wellesley Commons
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Wellesley Commons
51 Wellesley Dr,
Newport News,
VA
23606
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About Wellesley Commons
Wellesley Commons Apartments offers affordable senior apartments for persons 62 and older in Newport News. We offer 40 one-bedroom units conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. Rented to senior citizens earning at or below 60% of the area median income. The community has an active Resident Services program. Wellesley was renovated to improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality and reduce the environmental impact of the property. This community is operated under a Green Operations and Maintenance Plan, with a Green Resident Manual and a quarterly green resident newsletter. Resident Services Programs Nutrition Education Gardening Health Screenings Case Management Eviction Prevention Notary Services Social Activities
Wellesley Commons is an apartment community located in Newport News County and the 23606 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Newport News City Public Schools attendance zone.
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
51 Wellesley Dr,
Newport News,
VA
23606
Home to Christopher Newport University, this small town offers a youthful, college town vibe and safe residential streets. The university offers an array of entertainment options for locals, including sports games and live performances at the campus theatre. The Hidenwood Shopping Center offers several restaurants and retailers, and you’ll find even more dining, shopping, and entertainment options nearby in Deer Park and downtown. Residents have easy access to the mariners’ Museum and Park, the James River, and Downtown Newport News. Although Christopher Newport is a buzzing college town, there are also established neighborhoods in the north end of town that offer a safe, family-friendly atmosphere.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Christopher Newport | Newport News, VA | |
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| Studio | $1,081 | $1,189 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,094 | $1,271 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,254 | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,362 | $1,761 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 22 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 13.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 41 min | 26.5 mi |
Wellesley Commons is within 22 minutes or 1.2 miles from Christopher Newport University. It is also near Virginia Peninsula C.C. and Hampton University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
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Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near Wellesley Commons
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
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/ 100
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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.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
51 Wellesley Dr
Newport News, VA 23606