
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, IA from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Westwood Apartments

Larimore Senior Residences

Woodland Apartments

Residences at Sorensen Square

30 Metro Apartments

Kimberly Manor

Cottonwood Apartments
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Maple Second

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9ines

The Bluffs

Featherstone Apartments

NoDo

Sherwood Forest Estates

Regency Villa of Harlan
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Nichol Flats

The Riley - 1012 Douglas St

The Archive

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The Brandeis

Deerfield Apartments

CopperCreek

NOVA Apartments

River Park by Broadmoor
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Hidden Bluffs Apartments

Blair Crossing Apartments

The Rochester Apartments

Breakers Omaha

Deer Park

Colonial Plaza Apartments

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Valley View Estates

Dana Village
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Regency Villa of Atlantic

913 Ave A

22 Floors

SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS

810 E Erie St

3633 Avenue A

120 N 30th St

322 Trail Ridge
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Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs

4123 Avenue C

The Greenhouse
Portsmouth, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $815 | $1,360 |
| Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,162 | $550 | $2,395 |
| Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $749 | $2,499 |
| Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $1,200 | $2,504 |
| Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $889 | $679 | $1,646 |
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Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1209 Maple St priced from $550. Larimore Senior Residences in the Omaha View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 60% | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Regency Villa of Atlantic | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Woodland Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Residences at Sorensen Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 9ines | Flyball | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Bluffs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, IA and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.11 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Archive in the in the Council Bluffs neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the AC.2B.2B.G Model at The Brandeis starting at $1,354 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Archive | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| The Brandeis | AC.2B.2B.G | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Lakeside Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Deerfield Apartments | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Cottonwood Apartments | 2X1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| SUNDANCE ATLANTIC APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today! | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Larimore Senior Residences | One Bed/One Bat 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 1209 Maple St | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portsmouth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portsmouth is at NoDo listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $550 at 1209 Maple St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is starting from $785 at Westwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Featherstone Apartments and starts from $1,200.
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