
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth County, VA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Waterview Colonial Manor Apartments

New Port Landing

1003 Douglas Ave

The Grand at New Port

1527 Highland Ave

220 Avondale Rd
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301 Broad St, Unit Apt 3

16 Pollux Cir E

12 Pollux Cir E

424 London St
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3587 Gum Dr

Holley Pointe

Cross Creek Apartments

Shea Terrace

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Cavalier Gardens
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Cedar Creek Apartments

Hodges Ferry East Townhomes

1112-1114 Victory Blvd

9 Aylwin Rd

143 Maryland Ave

Arbor Brook Apartments

The Flats at Gum Drive
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London Oaks

Turnpike Terrace

915 Green St
Portsmouth County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth County Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Portsmouth County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,301 | $825 | $1,721 |
| Portsmouth County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $950 | $4,615 |
| Portsmouth County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $667 | $2,600 |
| Portsmouth County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,900 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available Portsmouth County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth County, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Holley Pointe in the South Brambleton neighborhood priced from $532. New Port Landing in the Camelot neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holley Pointe | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $532 |
| New Port Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Grand at New Port | MLGR2BR | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Bains Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Manor View Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Crescent Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,144 |
| Victory Village | 2BR, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,144 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth County, VA
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth County area is the $1.48 price per square foot Three Bedroom Classic Model at Churchland Square in the in the Western Branch North neighborhood starting from $1,554. The second greatest value Portsmouth County apartment is the MC.2B1.5B Model at The Grand at Mallard starting at $1,288 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchland Square | Three Bedroom Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Grand at Mallard | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Cedarfield at Churchland Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Bains Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Westwinds | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Holley Pointe | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.63 |
| Victory Village | 2BR, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Crescent Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Manor View Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth County?
The cheapest apartment in Portsmouth County is New Port Landing which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Portsmouth County costs $1,462.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portsmouth County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Portsmouth County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Portsmouth County?
Cheap apartments in Portsmouth County have an average cost of $133 which is $1,329 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portsmouth County.
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