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Patriots Park
2 Freedom CirPortsmouth, NH 03801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH from $1,200 (32 Rentals)
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Rockland Street Apartments
263 Rockland StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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559-567 Sagamore AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
50 Monarch Wy
PortsmouthNH03801
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163 Islington St, Unit #2
163 Islington StPortsmouth, NH 03801
132-136 State Street
PortsmouthNH03801
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42 Market St, Unit Apt #3
42 Market StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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823 Islington St, Unit 2
823 Islington StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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1703 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
206 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
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West End Yards
35 Hodgdon WayPortsmouth, NH 03801
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126 Hill St, Unit 126 Hill St Portsmouth NH
126 Hill StPortsmouth, NH 03801
1610 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
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Arbor View and The Pines
43 BeechstonePortsmouth, NH 03801
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The Veridian Residences
70 Constitution AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
310-312 Miller Ave
PortsmouthNH03801
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1007 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
623 Middle Rd, Unit A
623 Middle Rd
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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Millport Apartments
1001 Islington StPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Winchester Place Apartments
107 Ledgewood DrPortsmouth, NH 03801
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The Pines
43 BeechstonePortsmouth, NH 03801
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Monarch Village
3548 Lafayette RdPortsmouth, NH 03801
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Madison Residences
184-188 Madison StPortsmouth, NH 03801
1703 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
206 White Cedar Blvd
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1610 White Cedar Blvd
PortsmouthNH03801
185 Madison St
PortsmouthNH03801
314 Islington St
PortsmouthNH03801
67 Cable
RyeNH03870
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Hillcrest, Portsmouth, NH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,122 | $1,260 | $2,405 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,680 | $1,290 | $3,550 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,445 | $1,680 | $5,250 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,969 | $3,300 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Portsmouth, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at Rockland Street Apartments priced from $2,100. West End Yards has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,605. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Portsmouth, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockland Street Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| West End Yards | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,605 |
| Sage Portsmouth | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | 3T | 3BR,2BA | $3,457 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria 1 Bedroom B8 | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| Saint James Place | x03 | 2BR,2BA | $4,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NH
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $3.22 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 8 Chapel Street Residences in the in the Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the x03 Model at Saint James Place starting at $4,500 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Ocean Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $2.88 |
| 42 Market St, Unit Apt #3 | 42 Market St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 697-1 Islington St, Unit 697 Islington St Apt 1 | 697-1 Islington St | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 126 Hill St, Unit 126 Hill St Portsmouth NH | 126 Hill St | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 823 Islington St, Unit 2 | 823 Islington St | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Sage Portsmouth | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Opus 1 Bedroom A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.93 |
| West End Yards | B1D | 2BR,1BA | $4.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $2,100 at Rockland Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $3,255 at West End Yards.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arbor View and The Pines and starts from $3,457.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.