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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern conveniences
  • Renovated apartments
  • Extensive renovations

Location

1003 28th Street, Newport News, Virginia 23607, United States|Chestnut
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Management

Franklin Group Companies

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 3440

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Whittaker Place Apartments offers a balanced combination of modern conveniences and extensive renovations, earning a Zumper expert rating of 7.8 out of 10. With a competitive price and amenities rating of 8 out of 10, it stands out for its impressive features and quality of living. Additionally, its prime location, rated 9 out of 10, provides exceptional access to popular attractions and schools, further enhancing its value for 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

7.8
Very Good
Whittaker Place Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

EfficiencyStudio1 bath436 sqft$662–$995 /mo3 units available
One Bedroom1 bed1 bath613 sqft$698–$1,095 /mo
Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath879 sqft$835–$1,299 /mo

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Amenities for Whittaker Place Apartments

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.

$907–$1,095

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Pets and service animals with breed restrictions. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

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Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

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Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Units67
Lease terms12 months
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About Whittaker Place Apartments

HomeApartments in Newport NewsChestnut Whittaker Place Apartments

Welcome home to Whittaker Place Apartments! Whittaker Apartments is an apartment community in Newport News. We offer renovated studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments in the Brookville Heights neighborhood in the east end of Newport News. Formerly the historic Whittaker Memorial Hospital built in 1943, the property has undergone extensive renovations to restore and preserve the historic charm of the building while offering the modern conveniences.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
Whittaker Place Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Whittaker Place Apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Whittaker Place Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Chestnut. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, Whittaker Place Apartments 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.
Whittaker Place Apartments 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 Whittaker Place Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Whittaker Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Chestnut

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Whittaker Place Apartments to be 12% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Chestnut.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Chestnut
Newport News
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newport News
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,400
January 2024$1,357
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$1,395
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chestnut
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$950

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1003 28th Street?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,480 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $662.
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Schools near Whittaker Place Apartments

Discovery STEM Academy

1712 chestnut ave

newport news, VA, 23607

PK, K-5Public
C-

Watkins Early Childhood Center

21 burns dr

newport news, VA, 23601

PKPublic

Richard T. Yates Elementary School

73 maxwell ln

newport news, VA, 23606

PK, K-5Public
C+

Denbigh Early Childhood Center

15638 warwick blvd

newport news, VA, 23608

PKPublic
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Getting around Newport News near 1003 28th Street

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.

Cycling

3/10
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 1003 28th Street, Newport News

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no 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 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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