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Ade Bethune House

41 Woodland Dr, Unit A

111 Cedar Ave

41 Woodland Dr

111 Cedar Ave

70 Oliver St, Unit 3f
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45 E St

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51 Anthony Way, Unit 1

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39 Richmond St, Unit 1st Floor

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3 Vierra Terrace, Unit 3

Harbor Village

215 State St, Unit B

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136 Bradford St, Unit 2
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327 High St, Unit 2R

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41 W Main Rd, Unit Seaside Apartment

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50 Oliver St, Unit 2

East Bay Village

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71 Saint Elizabeth St

71 St Elizabeth St, Unit 1
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71 St Elizabeth St, Unit 2

229 Smith St

70 Oliver St

45 E St

215 State St

137 Bradford St

50 Mt Hope Ave
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71 ST Elizabeth St
Portsmouth, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $1,514 | $1,300 | $1,580 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $1,308 | $2,512 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,570 | $2,575 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $2,000 | $2,850 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $3,400 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, RI is a Studio unit found at Bay View Estates priced from $1,300. Ade Bethune House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,308. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View Estates | Studio -Tower | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Ade Bethune House | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,308 |
| Harbor Village | The Intrepid | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| East Bay Village | The Jamestown | 2BR,1BA | $2,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, RI
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.25 price per square foot 429 High St Model at 429 High St, Unit 1 in the in the Bristol County neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the The Bristol Model at East Bay Village starting at $2,255 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Middletown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 High St, Unit 1 | 429 High St | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| East Bay Village | The Bristol | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 50 Oliver St, Unit Unit 2 | 50 Oliver St | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 3 Vierra Terrace, Unit 3 | 3 Vierra Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Ade Bethune House | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 71 Saint Elizabeth St | 71 Saint Elizabeth St | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Harbor Village | The Intrepid | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 39 Richmond St, Unit 1st Floor | 39 Richmond St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 51 Anthony Way, Unit 1 | 51 Anthony Way | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Bay View Estates | Studio -Tower | Studio ,1BA | $3.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $1,308 at Ade Bethune House.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is starting from $1,570 at Ade Bethune House.
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