Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA Under $2,000 (35 Rentals)
Apartments in Portsmouth with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

Sterling King

The Connelly

Ashton Village

Fusion at Neon

Era at PARK 216 Apartments

Heritage at Freemason Harbour

Century Hampton Roads

The Alexander at Ghent
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Proximity at ODU

The Law Building

Gravity on 400

Attain at Harbour View

Attain Downtown

Meridian Harbourview

The Wainwright

Attain Downtown East

Metro On Granby Apartments
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Pembroke Towers

The Rockefeller

The Element At Ghent

Duke Grace Apartments

Riverview Lofts

The Point on 38th Apartments

John Knox Towers - SENIOR COMMUNITY

First Colony Flats
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Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $1,448 | $700 | $1,799 |
Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $700 | $3,253 |
Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $950 | $3,882 |
Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $956 | $4,860 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Portsmouth
How much are Studio apartments in Portsmouth?
There are currently 33 Studio Apartments in Portsmouth with rent ranges from $828 to $1,799 with an average price of $1,773.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Portsmouth ranges from $700 to $3,253 with an average monthly rent of $1,588.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Portsmouth range from $950 to $3,882. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,793.
How expensive are Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 99 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Portsmouth on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $956 to $4,860 - averaging $2,044 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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