1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA (207 Rentals)

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1517 Summit Ave

PortsmouthVA23704
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Kirn on High Street
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Kirn on High Street

339 High StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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Woodland Park
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Woodland Park

343 Missy Elliott BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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303 North St
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303 North St

303 North StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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344 Maryland Ave
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344 Maryland Ave

344 Maryland AvePortsmouth, VA 23707

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1520 Prentis Ave
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1520 Prentis Ave

1520 Prentis AvePortsmouth, VA 23704
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4570 Greenwood Dr
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4570 Greenwood Dr

4570 Greenwood DrPortsmouth, VA 23701
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424 London St
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424 London St

424 London StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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356 Broad St
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356 Broad St

356 Broad StPortsmouth, VA 23707
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Westhampton
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Westhampton

327 Washington StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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531-533 County St
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531-533 County St

531-533 County StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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414 London St
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414 London St

414 London StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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511 County St
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511 County St

511 County StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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424 North St
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424 North St

424 North StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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329 North St
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329 North St

329 North StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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525 North St
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525 North St

525 North StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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984 Cherokee Rd
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984 Cherokee Rd

984 Cherokee RdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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Shea Terrace
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Shea Terrace

253 Constitution AvePortsmouth, VA 23704
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London Oaks
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London Oaks

2680 High StPortsmouth, VA 23707

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Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 04, 2026

There are currently 26 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Portsmouth, VA neighborhoods that range in price from $825 to $1,919. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Portsmouth with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Portsmouth10$1,575$1,050
Midtown Portsmouth9$1,112$825
Old Towne Portsmouth7$1,631$1,050

Largest Available Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portsmouth, VA is found at Meridian Harbourview in the Western Branch North neighborhood and is 915 square feet priced from $1,586. Attain Downtown East in the Dnc neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 910 square feet and currently listed start at $1,811. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Portsmouth:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Meridian HarbourviewLuxury Living Starts the New Year with $750 OFF...915 Sq Ft$1,586
Attain Downtown EastThe Colonial910 Sq Ft$1,811
Riverstone I1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic900 Sq Ft$1,010
Sterling KingTHE GOSPORT864 Sq Ft$1,613
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Dogwood (1 Bed w/Den)850 Sq Ft$1,225
Hague TowersBrambleton800 Sq Ft$1,575
Boulevard at 32001BD/1BTH798 Sq Ft$1,760

Cheapest Available Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 04, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Portsmouth, VA is the 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic Model starting from $1,010 at Riverstone I in the Camelot neighborhood. The second most affordable Portsmouth 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at Beacon 303 starting at $1,050 in the Dnc neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Portsmouth is currently $1,583. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Portsmouth:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Riverstone I1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic$1,010
Beacon 303A1$1,050
Residences at Crawford Farms1 Bedroom 1 Bath Classic$1,065
The Orchards at BellevilleThe Magnolia$1,073
Manor View Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors$1,075
Independence Square1 Bedroom$1,093
Victory Square 55+ Senior CommunityThe Commodore$1,110
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Oak$1,175
Abelia Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated$1,250

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Portsmouth Overview

Wouldn’t you love living within a few hours of amazing seafood, bustling nightlife, tons of history, and beautiful hiking and outdoor activities? Well if you choose to call Portsmouth, VA home, then you can experience all of these and so much more! Portsmouth is a city that is loved by many, and thousands of tourists flock to this area each and every year. From mild temperatures and delicious food to museums and one-of-a-kind festivals, Portsmouth is a place that we all dream about.

Why live in Portsmouth, VA?

Due to the many historical sites, tons of exciting festivals, and close proximity to just about everything, Portsmouth, VA is the perfect place to live your life to the fullest. And by being right along the edge of the eastern part of the U.S., escaping to the beach and soaking in the view is just minutes away! These are just a few reasons why many people choose to look for homes and apartments in Portsmouth.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Portsmouth with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Portsmouth is at Riverstone I listed at $1,010.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is $1,583.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portsmouth is a 915 square feet unit starting from $1,586 at Meridian Harbourview.

What is the average size for Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Portsmouth is currently 500 sq ft.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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