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Highlights

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

Location

1003 28th St, Newport News, VA 23607, USA|Chestnut
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Management

Franklin Group Companies

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 3440

Open 

Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Whittaker Place Apartments offers modern conveniences and extensive renovations, scoring an impressive 8.3 out of 10 from Zumper, indicating a strong option for renters. With a competitive price rating of 10 out of 10, it balances value and amenities effectively, supported by a location rating of 9 out of 10 that provides easy access to points of interest and schools. The property is recognized for its transparency and trustworthiness, as reflected by a 7 out of 10 rating, highlighting its well-crafted descriptions.

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, Whittaker Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whittaker Place Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

EfficiencyStudio1 bath436 sqft$995 /mo1 unit available
One Bedroom1 bed1 bath613 sqft$1,095 /mo2 units available
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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Whittaker Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whittaker Place Apartments 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 Whittaker Place Apartments
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.
Whittaker Place Apartments 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, 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·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.
Whittaker Place Apartments 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 Whittaker Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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
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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 Jan 24 2026.
Chestnut
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$1,400
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chestnut
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$950

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near Whittaker Place Apartments

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

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 St

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 St, 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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