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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Reserved parking
  • Community grill
  • Public picnic area
  • On-site coin-operated laundry facilities

Location

412 Union St, Newport News, VA 23607, USA|River
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Management

Aweigh Real Estate PM

Leasing office

(757) 270-2785

Property Overview

412 Union - James River Commons receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, highlighting its attractiveness to renters. The property excels in price, location, and amenities, with ratings of 10, 9, and 8 respectively, showcasing its competitive pricing and impressive offerings. Notable features include reserved parking, a community grill, a public picnic area, and on-site laundry facilities, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, it is conveniently located just 0.35 miles from a top-rated middle school.

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, 412 Union - James River Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 412 Union - James River Commons 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

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 412 Union - James River Commons

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 412 Union - James River Commons

HomeApartments in Newport NewsRiver 412 Union - James River Commons

412 Union - James River Commons cost $1,195 per month. Located at 412 Union St, Newport News, VA 23607, USA, 412 Union - James River Commons has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Newport News, renting an apartment at 412 Union - James River Commons is 16% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Newport News include but are not limited to: 418 Cox Lndg, 1220 N King St, 102 Americana Dr, 802 Constance Dr


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, 412 Union - James River Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 412 Union - James River Commons 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 412 Union - James River Commons
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.
412 Union - James River Commons 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, 412 Union - James River Commons 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.
412 Union - James River Commons 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 412 Union - James River Commons 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.
412 Union - James River Commons 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 412 Union - James River Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in River

2-bedroom apartments at 412 Union - James River Commons cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in River.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
River
Newport News
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newport News
MonthMedian 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$1,396
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in River
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,218
March 2024$1,218
April 2024$1,076
May 2024$928
June 2024$895
July 2024$888
October 2024$950
November 2024$950
December 2024$1,154
January 2025$1,242
February 2025$1,243
March 2025$1,205
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,112
June 2025$1,095
July 2025$1,095
August 2025$1,376
September 2025$1,195

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near 412 Union - James River Commons

Watkins Early Childhood Center

21 burns dr

newport news, VA, 23601

PKPublic

Denbigh Early Childhood Center

15638 warwick blvd

newport news, VA, 23608

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Getting around Newport News near 412 Union St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 412 Union St, Newport News

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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