229 Smith St
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70 Oliver St, Unit 3f
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BristolRI02809
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215 State St
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327 High St, Unit 2R
327 High StBristol, RI 02809
50 Mt Hope Ave
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111 Cedar Ave
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111 Cedar Ave
PortsmouthRI02871
71 ST Elizabeth St
BristolRI02809
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71 St Elizabeth St
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Portsmouth, RI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,111 | $1,975 | $7,000 |
| Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,552 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,356 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Portsmouth 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,500 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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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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