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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Exceptional living

Location

901 Forest Lake Ct, Newport News, VA 23605, USA|Briarfield
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Management

Franklin Group Companies

Leasing office

(844) 335-6287 ext. 3606

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Heritage Forest I presents an impressive rental opportunity with a strong overall rating of 8.3, highlighting its competitive pricing and outstanding amenities, including a fitness center. Its prime location offers exceptional access to transportation and schools, contributing to a high quality of life. The property also demonstrates transparency in its management practices, further enhancing its appeal to potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Heritage Forest I is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Heritage Forest I has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

The Elm1 bed1 bath720 sqft$691–$1,090 /mo
The Willow2 bed2 bath1,035 sqft$1,300 /mo3 units available
The Sycamore3 bed2 bath1,222 sqft$1,495 /mo

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Amenities for Heritage Forest I

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$500

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

No aggressive breeds. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

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Building details

Property details

Units144
Lease terms12 months
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About Heritage Forest I

HomeApartments in Newport NewsBriarfield Heritage Forest I

Come and see Heritage Forest! When you make Heritage Forest your new home you can enjoy lounging by the pool, playing in the water park feature, exercising in the fitness center, or relaxing in our amazing resident clubhouse. Come home to Heritage Forest and enjoy exceptional living at an exceptional value.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Heritage Forest I is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Heritage Forest I has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Heritage Forest I
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Heritage Forest I offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Heritage Forest I is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Heritage Forest I is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Heritage Forest I does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Heritage Forest I provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Heritage Forest I compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 59 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 156 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Briarfield

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 15% higher than 1-bedrooms in Briarfield.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Heritage Forest I to be 0% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Briarfield.

3-bedroom apartments at Heritage Forest I cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Briarfield.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Briarfield
Newport News
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newport News
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,301
May 2024$1,225
June 2024$1,232
July 2024$1,333
August 2024$1,270
September 2024$1,197
October 2024$1,227
November 2024$1,245
December 2024$1,201
January 2025$1,165
February 2025$1,144
March 2025$1,169
April 2025$1,106
May 2025$1,110
June 2025$1,192
July 2025$1,287
August 2025$1,297
September 2025$1,343
October 2025$1,268
November 2025$1,270
December 2025$1,262
January 2026$1,262
February 2026$1,152
March 2026$1,138
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Briarfield
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$784
July 2024$832
September 2024$777
October 2024$777
November 2024$777
December 2024$777
January 2025$777
February 2025$777
March 2025$777
April 2025$777
May 2025$777

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Can I afford to live at 901 Forest Lake Ct?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,640/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,640 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $691.
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Schools near Heritage Forest I

John Marshall Early Childhood Center

743 24th st

newport news, VA, 23607

PK, KPublic
B

Watkins Early Childhood Center

21 burns dr

newport news, VA, 23601

PKPublic

Denbigh Early Childhood Center

15638 warwick blvd

newport news, VA, 23608

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Briarfield | Newport News, VA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Newport News near 901 Forest Lake Ct

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 901 Forest Lake Ct, Newport News

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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