
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH from $1,200 (29 Rentals)
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Rockland Street Apartments

39 Pleasant St, Unit 5

132-136 State Street

179 Union St, Unit 2

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42 Market St, Unit Apt #3

168 Fleet St
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Sagamore Court

Arbor View and The Pines

105-107 Richards Ave

The Veridian Residences

West End Yards

663 State Street

623 Middle Rd, Unit A
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623 Middle Rd

673 South St, Unit Noucas Condo

411 Middle St

Frank Jones Brew Yard

Millport Apartments

Winchester Place Apartments

134 Middle Street, Unit 10
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134 Middle Street, Unit 6

The Pines

Madison Residences

Monarch Village

904 White Cedar Blvd

807 White Cedar Blvd

1610 Greenland Rd
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39 Cable Rd
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 | $2,117 | $1,260 | $2,405 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,727 | $1,290 | $3,695 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $1,680 | $5,250 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,043 | $3,300 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Portsmouth, NH is a 2 Beds unit found at Sagamore Court priced from $2,429. Arbor View and The Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,474. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Portsmouth, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagamore Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,429 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $2,474 |
| West End Yards | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Opus 1 Bedroom A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Monarch Village | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $3,300 |
| Sage Portsmouth | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
| 8 Chapel Street Residences | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| Saint James Place | x03 | 2BR,2BA | $4,500 |
| Yokens of Portsmouth | Middle Unit 4 Baths (Blue/White) | 3BR,3BA | $4,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NH
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $2.50 price per square foot Middle Unit 4 Baths (Blue/White) Model at Yokens of Portsmouth in the in the Ocean Road neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest 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 | $2.50 |
| 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 | $2.97 |
| Monarch Village | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Sagamore Court | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Sage Portsmouth | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| West End Yards | B1D | 2BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria 1 Bedroom B5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hillcrest, Portsmouth, NH
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
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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 $2,625 at West End Yards.
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 $2,429 at Sagamore Court.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Monarch Village and starts from $3,300.
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