Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA from $400 with Washer/Dryer (49 Rentals)

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property at 1003 Douglas Ave

$900 - $1,200

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1003 Douglas Ave

PortsmouthVA23707

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Holley Pointe
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Holley Pointe

622 Effingham StPortsmouth, VA 23704

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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Whispering Oaks Apts LP
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks Apts LP

2500 Oak Leaf WayPortsmouth, VA 23707
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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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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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Churchland Forest
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Churchland Forest

20 Woodmill CtPortsmouth, VA 23703
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Tower 507
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tower 507

507 High StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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Riverstone I
$1,030 - $1,905
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$1,010 - $1,885
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Riverstone I

2604 Townhouse LnChesapeake, VA 23323
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Taylor Pointe Apartments
$1,085 - $2,099
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Taylor Pointe Apartments

3245 Meadows WayChesapeake, VA 23321
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Chesapeake Pointe
$1,229 - $2,084
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Chesapeake Pointe

3537 Towne Pointe RdChesapeake, VA 23321
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property at 751 Shirley Ave

$1,295 - $1,995

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$1,295

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751 Shirley Ave

NorfolkVA23517
property at 1112 Sir Gawaine Dr

$800

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$800

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1112 Sir Gawaine Dr

ChesapeakeVA23323

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The Lofts at 119
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts at 119

119 W Tazewell StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Elkhart Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Elkhart Apartments

2701 Elkhart StChesapeake, VA 23323
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1023 W 38th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1023 W 38th St

1023 W 38th StNorfolk, VA 23508
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Sunnybrook Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunnybrook Apartments

2127-2129 Chesapeake DrChesapeake, VA 23324
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The Loraine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Loraine

245 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510
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Savoy Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Savoy Apartments

161 Granby StNorfolk, VA 23510

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Pelham Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pelham Place

521 Boissevain AveNorfolk, VA 23507
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Thrive Apartment Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Thrive Apartment Homes

1020 Thrive PlaceChesapeake, VA 23323
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Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Portsmouth, VA
Population: 94,632

Ranked #340

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth?

The cheapest apartment in Portsmouth is New Port Landing which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Portsmouth costs $1,816.

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 8 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 $241 which is $1,575 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portsmouth.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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