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Patriots Park
2 Freedom CirPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Rockland Street Apartments
263 Rockland StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Sagamore Court
559-567 Sagamore AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
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Osprey Landing
10 Sanderling WayPortsmouth, NH 03801
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42 Market St, Unit Apt #3
42 Market StPortsmouth, NH 03801
179 Union St, Unit 2
179 Union St
PortsmouthNH03801
132-136 State Street
PortsmouthNH03801
50 Monarch Wy
PortsmouthNH03801
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163 Islington St, Unit #2
163 Islington StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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$2,285 - $3,885Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 8
The Veridian Residences
70 Constitution AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
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West End Yards
35 Hodgdon WayPortsmouth, NH 03801
235 Maplewood Ave
PortsmouthNH03801
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Arbor View and The Pines
43 BeechstonePortsmouth, NH 03801
175-177 Myrtle Ave
PortsmouthNH03801
623 Middle Rd, Unit A
623 Middle Rd
PortsmouthNH03801
1711 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
314 Islington St, Unit 5
314 Islington St
PortsmouthNH03801
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411 Middle St
411 Middle StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Frank Jones Brew Yard
90 Brewery LnPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Winchester Place Apartments
107 Ledgewood DrPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Millport Apartments
1001 Islington StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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The Pines
43 BeechstonePortsmouth, NH 03801
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Monarch Village
3548 Lafayette RdPortsmouth, NH 03801
401 State Street
PortsmouthNH03801
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Madison Residences
184-188 Madison StPortsmouth, NH 03801
270 Richards Ave, Unit 4
270 Richards Ave
PortsmouthNH03801
185 Madison St
PortsmouthNH03801
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67 Porpoise Way
PortsmouthNH03801
777 Middle Rd
PortsmouthNH03801
133 State Rd
KitteryME03904
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Seacoast Residences
41 Seacoast TerKittery, ME 03904
5 Wainwright Ave
KitteryME03904
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79-81 Government St
79-81 Government StKittery, ME 03904
10-12-12 Pine St
KitteryME03904
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26 Otis Ave, Unit 1
26 Otis AveKittery, ME 03904
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NSY Portsmouth Homes
67 Philbrick AveKittery, ME 03904
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The Residences at Eliot Commons 55+ Community
38 Levesque DrEliot, ME 03903
139 Philbrick Ave
KitteryME03904
885 Ocean Blvd
HamptonNH03842
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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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| Cheap Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $2,135 | $1,260 | $2,405 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $1,290 | $4,100 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $1,720 | $5,250 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,872 | $2,600 | $5,000 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $2,900 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portsmouth, NH
Pricing Updated: 07/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Portsmouth, NH area range in price from $1,100 to $9,511 with an overall median price of $4,066. The three Portsmouth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Colonial Pines at $1,260, New Hampshire Beaches at $1,100, and Ocean Road at $1,260. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Portsmouth Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Pines | $3,710 | $1,260 | 37 |
| New Hampshire Beaches | $3,710 | $1,100 | 85 |
| Ocean Road | $3,710 | $1,260 | 38 |
| Hillcrest | $3,797 | $1,260 | 48 |
| Portsmouth Plains | $3,885 | $1,260 | 47 |
| Osprey Landing | $4,000 | $1,650 | 38 |
| Downtown Portsmouth | $4,500 | $1,650 | 24 |
| South End | $4,500 | $1,650 | 21 |
| Strawberry Banke | $4,787 | $1,650 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, NH is a Studio unit found at Seacoast Residences in the Osprey Landing neighborhood priced from $1,858. 79-81 Government St in the Osprey Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seacoast Residences | The Lighthouse | Studio,1BA | $1,858 |
| 79-81 Government St | 79 Govt | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Rockland Street Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Sagamore Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,271 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | Spruce R | 2BR,1BA | $2,367 |
| West End Yards | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,615 |
| Monarch Village | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $3,300 |
| Sage Portsmouth | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, NH
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $2.58 price per square foot Middle Unit 4 Baths (Blue/White) Model at Yokens of Portsmouth in the in the Ocean Road neighborhood starting from $4,650. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 8 Chapel Street Residences starting at $4,500 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Hillcrest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yokens of Portsmouth | Middle Unit 4 Baths (Blue/White) | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.58 |
| 8 Chapel Street Residences | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Saint James Place | x03 | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | 3T | 3BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Monarch Village | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| 26 Otis Ave, Unit 1 | 26 Otis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 79-81 Government St | 79 Government # b | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Sagamore Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 163 Islington St, Unit #2 | 163 Islington St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Seacoast Residences | The Lighthouse | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth?
The cheapest apartment in Portsmouth is Seacoast Residences which is listed at $2,024, while the average apartment in Portsmouth costs $4,066.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portsmouth?
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 4 regular apartments in Portsmouth 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?
Cheap apartments in Portsmouth have an average cost of $206 which is $3,860 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portsmouth.
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