
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, NH (63 Rentals)


Sagamore Court

The Veridian Residences

Madison Residences

Patriots Park

The Residences at Portwalk Place
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Osprey Landing

179 Union St, Unit 2

1061 Maplewood Ave, Unit 3 available Oct 2025

88 Ash St

96 Highland St

314 Islington St

51 Islington St
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Seacoast Residences

The Residences at Eliot Commons 55+ Community

273 Pioneer Rd
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55 US Route 1 Byp, Unit Furnished Rental

202 Cocheco Ct

93 Henry Law Ave
Portsmouth, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $2,190 | $1,210 | $2,425 |
Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,240 | $3,665 |
Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,177 | $1,640 | $4,975 |
Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $2,400 | $4,400 |
Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025There are currently 99 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Portsmouth, NH that range in price from $1,240 to $3,665. New Hampshire Beaches, Osprey Landing and Downtown Portsmouth are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Portsmouth with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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New Hampshire Beaches | 34 | $2,590 | $1,240 |
Osprey Landing | 22 | $2,675 | $1,500 |
Downtown Portsmouth | 8 | $2,942 | $1,975 |
Hillcrest | 8 | $2,740 | $1,240 |
Portsmouth Plains | 8 | $2,730 | $1,240 |
South End | 8 | $2,942 | $1,975 |
Strawberry Banke | 7 | $3,430 | $2,200 |
Colonial Pines | 2 | $2,687 | $1,240 |
Ocean Road | 2 | $2,680 | $1,240 |
Largest Available Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portsmouth, NH is found at The Residences at Portwalk Place in the Hillcrest neighborhood and is 864 square feet priced from $3,495. Seacoast Residences in the Osprey Landing neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 771 square feet and currently listed start at $2,678. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portsmouth:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria 1 Bedroom B13 | 864 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
Seacoast Residences | The Captain - 1BR Den | 771 Sq Ft | $2,678 |
West End Yards | A1J | 640 Sq Ft | $2,680 |
Cheapest Available Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portsmouth, NH is the Acadia Model starting from $2,230 at Seacoast Residences in the Osprey Landing neighborhood. The second most affordable Portsmouth 1 Bedroom is the A1J Model at West End Yards starting at $2,680 in the Ocean Road neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portsmouth is currently $2,645. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portsmouth:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Seacoast Residences | Acadia | $2,230 |
West End Yards | A1J | $2,680 |
The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria 1 Bedroom B4 | $3,195 |
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Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Portsmouth with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Portsmouth is at Seacoast Residences listed at $2,230.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is $2,645.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portsmouth is a 864 square feet unit starting from $3,495 at The Residences at Portwalk Place.
What is the average size for Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Portsmouth is currently 674 sq ft.
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