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438 Lester Rd #4, Newport News, VA 23601, USA|Watkins
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Amenities for 438 Lester Rd #4, Watkins
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Central Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Roof Type: Shingle |
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| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Heat Pump Heating | Roof Type: Asphalt |
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About 438 Lester Rd #4
Property Status: Active Welcome to this well-maintained, first-level 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo featuring an open floor concept and a comfortable, move-in ready layout. Centrally located near I-64, the shipyard, Langley Air Force Base, shopping, and restaurants, this home offers convenience and easy commuting. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining on the private back porch, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Enjoy comfortable living in a quiet community with everything you need just minutes away. Additional Details: Pets considered on a case-by-case basis at owner's discretion; Income requirement: minimum 3x the monthly rent; Deposit is required (1st month rent amount). Office Phone: (757) 872-2122 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 438 Lester Rd, Newport News, VA 23601, USA 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 | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Watkins
2-bedroom apartments at 438 Lester Rd #4 cost about 25% 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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Can I afford to live at 438 Lester Rd #4?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years ago | $995 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $825 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,000 | 2 bed | 3.5 bath |
Schools near 438 Lester Rd #4
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
PKPublic
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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 438 Lester Rd #4
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
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 438 Lester Rd #4, Newport News
Groceries
9/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there are also some specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
2/10
Few fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
2/10
Few cafés are within walking distance.
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.
Primary schools
3/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
High schools
5/10
The closest high school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.
Parks
7/10
A medium-size park in the area.
Nightlife
1/10
Few bars are within walking distance.
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