
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portsmouth Plains Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH from $1,200 (24 Rentals)
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Rockland Street Apartments

Sagamore Court

804 White Cedar Blvd

Arbor View and The Pines

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1061 Maplewood Ave

249 Islington St

559 Sagamore Ave
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132-136 State Street

42 Market St

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406 The Hill

The Veridian Residences

West End Yards

90 Fleet St, Unit 5-1 McIntosh Condo's, Unit 5-1 McIntosh Condo's

411 Middle St

Frank Jones Brew Yard
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Winchester Place Apartments

Millport Apartments

804 White Cedar Blvd

514 Middle Street

The Pines

51a Dover St

Madison Residences

401 State Street
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Portsmouth Plains, Portsmouth, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth Plains?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Plains Studio Apartments | $2,190 | $1,260 | $3,095 |
| Portsmouth Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,290 | $3,850 |
| Portsmouth Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $1,680 | $4,795 |
| Portsmouth Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $3,335 | $4,650 |
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Cheapest Available Portsmouth Plains Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portsmouth Plains area of Portsmouth, NH is a Studio unit found at Rockland Street Apartments priced from $1,650. Sagamore Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,761. Here are the most affordable Portsmouth Plains apartments for rent in Portsmouth, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockland Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,761 |
| Arbor View and The Pines | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $2,248 |
| West End Yards | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,330 |
| The Veridian Residences | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth Plains, NH
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth Plains area is the $2.78 price per square foot 3T Model at Arbor View and The Pines in the in the Ocean Road neighborhood starting from $3,335. The second greatest value Portsmouth Plains apartment is the Apt. D Model at 29-41 Congress St starting at $3,495 with a $4.29 price per square foot in the Hillcrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor View and The Pines | 3T | 3BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| 29-41 Congress St | Apt. D | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.29 |
| 406 The Hill | 406 The Hill | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria 1 Bedroom B8 | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
| The Veridian Residences | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| West End Yards | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| 1061 Maplewood Ave | 1061 Maplewood Ave | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Portsmouth Plains, Portsmouth, NH
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Plains Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Portsmouth Plains?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Portsmouth Plains is under $3,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth Plains?
The cheapest apartment in Portsmouth Plains is Sagamore Court which is listed at $1,761, while the average apartment in Portsmouth Plains costs $4,042.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portsmouth Plains?
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 2 regular apartments in Portsmouth Plains that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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