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1517 Summit Ave

PortsmouthVA23704
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Shea Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shea Terrace

253 Constitution AvePortsmouth, VA 23704
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Cavalier Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier Gardens

808-814 Cavalier BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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Cedar Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Creek Apartments

5624 High St WPortsmouth, VA 23703
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London Oaks
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

London Oaks

2680 High StPortsmouth, VA 23707
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Turnpike Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Turnpike Terrace

3721 Turnpike RdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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Belle Hall Apartment
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Hall Apartment

159 Cheyenne TrlPortsmouth, VA 23701
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Victory Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Victory Village

2304 Victory BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23702

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Five17 King
1 Bedroom Apartments

Five17 King

517 King StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portsmouth, VA

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Portsmouth, VA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Portsmouth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Midtown Portsmouth$1,395$70014
Old Towne Portsmouth$1,799$1,10013
Downtown Portsmouth$1,822$1,10022

Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Clairmont at Campostella I in the South Brambleton neighborhood priced from $890. Sunnybrook Apartments in the Beacon Light neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clairmont at Campostella I1BR1BR,1BA$890
Sunnybrook Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1,025
Residences at Paradise Creek2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,050
Independence Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,065
Residences at Crawford Farms1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,070
Manor View Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors1BR,1BA$1,075
Reunion Senior Living at Kindred1BR1BR,1BA$1,097
Victory Square 55+ Senior CommunityThe Commodore1BR,1BA$1,110
Beacon 303A11BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.23 price per square foot 3BR Model at Origin Circle at Kindred in the in the Dnc neighborhood starting from $1,508. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 257 Mt Vernon Ave Model at 257 Mt Vernon Ave, Unit 257 Mt Vernon Avenue starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Midtown Portsmouth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Origin Circle at Kindred3BR3BR,1BA$1.23
257 Mt Vernon Ave, Unit 257 Mt Vernon Avenue257 Mt Vernon Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
Crescent Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
Bell Diamond ManorTownhome3BR,1.5BA$1.01
426 London St426 London St2BR,1BA$1.27
Arbour Reach ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Somyrr Properties2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Residences at Paradise Creek2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.10
Harbor Square ApartmentsClassic2BR,1BA$1.28
Clairmont at Campostella I1BR1BR,1BA$1.24

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Portsmouth, VA

Ranked #18

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Portsmouth, VA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Portsmouth?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Portsmouth is under $1,140.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth?

The cheapest apartment in Portsmouth is Clairmont at Campostella I which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in Portsmouth costs $1,672.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portsmouth?

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 10 regular apartments in Portsmouth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Portsmouth?

Cheap apartments in Portsmouth have an average cost of $174 which is $1,498 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portsmouth.

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