
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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Sagamore Court

249 Islington St

559 Sagamore Ave

132-136 State Street
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406 The Hill

West End Yards

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

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405 The Hill, Unit #1, Unit #1

411 Middle St
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514 Middle Street

51a Dover St
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401 State Street
South End, Portsmouth, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South End Studio Apartments | $2,400 | $1,650 | $3,295 |
| South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $1,850 | $3,850 |
| South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,397 | $2,000 | $4,795 |
| South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South End Neighborhood of Portsmouth, NH.
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Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End 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 $1,899. Here are the most affordable South End 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 | $1,899 |
| West End Yards | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,705 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria Studio A3 | Studio,1BA | $3,095 |
| 29-41 Congress St | Apt. D | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, NH
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $4.29 price per square foot Apt. D Model at 29-41 Congress St in the in the Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 406 The Hill Model at 406 The Hill starting at $2,250 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29-41 Congress St | Apt. D | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.29 |
| 406 The Hill | 406 The Hill | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| West End Yards | B1D | 2BR,1BA | $4.76 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria Studio A3 | Studio ,1BA | $4.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South End?
The cheapest apartment in South End is Rockland Street Apartments which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in South End costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South End?
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 South End that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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