
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth County, VA from $500 (14 Rentals)
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New Port Landing

Holley Pointe

Bains Pointe

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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 | $850 | $700 | $1,150 |
| Portsmouth County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $825 | $1,886 |
| Portsmouth County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $950 | $2,183 |
| Portsmouth County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,250 | $2,355 |
| Portsmouth County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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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 $507. Bains Pointe in the Beacon Light neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $555. 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 | $507 |
| Bains Pointe | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $555 |
| New Port Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Grand at New Port | MLGR2BR | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth County, VA
As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth County area is the $0.69 price per square foot 2124 Queen St Model at 2124 Queen St, Unit 2124 Queen st in the in the Midtown Portsmouth neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Portsmouth County apartment is the 364 Middle St Model at 364 Middle St, Unit #3 starting at $1,528 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Dnc 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2124 Queen St, Unit 2124 Queen st | 2124 Queen St | 3BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| 364 Middle St, Unit #3 | 364 Middle St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Collinswood Lake Apartments | 3 Beds | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Bains Pointe | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 426 London St | 426 London St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Victory Village | 2BR, 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Crescent Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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 $2,200.
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 26 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 $265 which is $1,935 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portsmouth County.
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