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Highlights

  • Updated appliances
  • Quaint community
  • Newly renovated
  • Updated bathroom
  • 2 bedroom apartment

Location

642 Dresden Dr, Newport News, VA 23601, USA|South Morrison
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Management

1st Choice Property Management VA

Leasing office

(844) 326-6607 ext. 1239

Property Overview

642 Dresden Drive is a competitively priced, newly renovated 2-bedroom apartment, receiving high ratings across several metrics. With an overall Zumper rating of 8.6, the property features updated appliances and a commendable amenities rating of 8, along with excellent location convenience (9 out of 10) and a quality rating of 7. Additionally, the property showcases transparency with 14 detailed photos and proximity to a top-rated high school, enhancing its appeal to prospective 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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 642 Dresden Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 642 Dresden Drive 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

  • High school nearby
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Floor plans

642 Dresden Drive - B2 bed1 bath700 sqft$950 /mo1 unit available
642 Dresden Drive - F2 bed1 bath700 sqft$950 /mo1 unit availableNew rental listed in a a quaint community, near Hampton Roads Center Pkwy. ;2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, newly renovated apartment. New floors, updated appliances, and update bathroom, perfectly nestled in mid-town Newport News. This apartment is perfect for the small family looking for enough space. Available for move-in April 29! Pet restricted! Section 8 eligible. Apply today!

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

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About 642 Dresden Drive

HomeApartments in Newport NewsSouth Morrison 642 Dresden Drive

- New rental listed in a a quaint community, near Hampton Roads Center Pkwy. ;2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, newly renovated apartment. New floors, updated appliances, and update bathroom, perfectly nestled in mid-town Newport News. This apartment is perfect for the small family looking for enough space. Available for move-in April 29! Pet restricted! Section 8 eligible. Apply today!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 642 Dresden Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 642 Dresden Drive 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 642 Dresden Drive
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.
642 Dresden Drive 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, 642 Dresden Drive 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.
642 Dresden Drive 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 642 Dresden Drive to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 642 Dresden Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Morrison

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 642 Dresden Drive to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in South Morrison.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
South Morrison
Newport News
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newport News
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,235
October 2023$1,257
November 2023$1,261
December 2023$1,247
January 2024$1,254
February 2024$1,270
March 2024$1,304
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$1,290
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Morrison
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$931
October 2023$884
November 2023$949
December 2023$982
January 2024$990
February 2024$980
March 2024$962
April 2024$929
May 2024$971
June 2024$1,060
July 2024$977
August 2024$956
September 2024$1,033
October 2024$1,052
November 2024$1,052
December 2024$1,066

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 642 Dresden Drive

Sedgefield Elementary School

804 main st

newport news, VA, 23605

PK, K-5Public
C-

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

South Morrison | Newport News, VA

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

Getting around Newport News near 642 Dresden Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
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 642 Dresden Dr, Newport News

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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