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423 Lester Rd #1, Newport News, VA 23601, USA|Watkins
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Amenities for 423 Lester Rd #1, Watkins
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Carpet |
| Central Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Roof Type: Shingle |
Other
| Heat Pump Heating | Roof Type: Asphalt |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 423 Lester Rd #1
Property Status: Active Two story Town home in central Newport News. 2 bdrm 1.5 baths No smoking and no pets To view or for more information call 757-685-3174 Apply at rentingpeninsula. com Office Phone: (757) 873-3636 Copyright © 2026 Real Estate Information Network, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 423 Lester Rd #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watkins |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 23601 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Watkins
2-bedroom apartments at 423 Lester Rd #1 cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Newport News.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Watkins
Newport News
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,450 |
| March 2024 | $1,455 |
| April 2024 | $1,449 |
| May 2024 | $1,453 |
| June 2024 | $1,402 |
| July 2024 | $1,411 |
| August 2024 | $1,404 |
| September 2024 | $1,358 |
| October 2024 | $1,346 |
| November 2024 | $1,314 |
| December 2024 | $1,394 |
| January 2025 | $1,369 |
| February 2025 | $1,373 |
| March 2025 | $1,340 |
| April 2025 | $1,298 |
| May 2025 | $1,296 |
| June 2025 | $1,298 |
| July 2025 | $1,330 |
| August 2025 | $1,338 |
| September 2025 | $1,317 |
| October 2025 | $1,305 |
| November 2025 | $1,326 |
| December 2025 | $1,404 |
| January 2026 | $1,391 |
| February 2026 | $1,375 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,190 |
| April 2024 | $1,190 |
| May 2024 | $1,190 |
| June 2024 | $1,190 |
| July 2024 | $1,190 |
| August 2024 | $1,190 |
| September 2024 | $1,190 |
| October 2024 | $1,190 |
| November 2024 | $1,190 |
| December 2024 | $1,190 |
| January 2025 | $1,190 |
| February 2025 | $1,220 |
| March 2025 | $1,250 |
| April 2025 | $1,285 |
| May 2025 | $1,285 |
| June 2025 | $1,276 |
| July 2025 | $1,285 |
| August 2025 | $1,285 |
| September 2025 | $1,285 |
| October 2025 | $1,285 |
| November 2025 | $1,285 |
| December 2025 | $1,337 |
| January 2026 | $1,302 |
| February 2026 | $1,199 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 423 Lester Rd #1
Watkins Early Childhood Center
21 burns dr
newport news, VA, 23601
PKPublic
Riverside Elementary School
1100 country club rd
newport news, VA, 23606
PK, K-5Public
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Denbigh Early Childhood Center
15638 warwick blvd
newport news, VA, 23608
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Neighborhood
Watkins | Newport News, VA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Newport News near 423 Lester Rd #1
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 423 Lester Rd #1, Newport News
Groceries
7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.
Primary schools
2/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
High schools
4/10
The closest high school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.
Parks
7/10
Very few or no parks in the area.
Nightlife
1/10
The closest bar is within a 30-minute walk.
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