The Commonwealth At York
501 Commonwealth Dr,
Yorktown, VA 23693
$1,709 - $3,254 | 1-3 Beds
Yorktown is a historic community on the west bank of the York River, directly north of Newport News. Positioned right next door to Yorktown Naval Weapons Training and just up the road from a U.S. Coast Guard Training Center, Yorktown is a popular place for military personnel seeking off-base living arrangements. Families love the combination of affordable rental rates, low crime, and excellent public schools.
Yorktown Battlefield is the area’s biggest claim to fame, the historic site of Cornwallis’ surrender to George Washington at the end of the Revolutionary War; the site is also part of Virginia’s Historic Triangle, which also includes the nearby Jamestown and Williamsburg settlements. Virginia Beach is only a few minutes away by car, allowing you to hop down to the coast anytime.
For more everyday excursions closer to home, Riverwalk Landing is an immensely popular shopping, dining, and entertainment district at the foot of the Coleman Bridge, commonly attracting locals and visitors alike.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Yorktown, VA is $1,527 for one bedroom, $1,758 for two bedrooms, and $2,035 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yorktown has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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644 Students
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Mount Vernon Elementary School
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561 Students
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380 Students
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613 Students
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903 Students
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874 Students
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644 Students
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1,123 Students
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1,212 Students
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1,050 Students
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.