59 Riverview Ave
PortsmouthVA23704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Victory Square 55+ Senior Community
900 County StPortsmouth, VA 23704
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801 Randolph St
PortsmouthVA23704
917 Green St
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1400 Atlanta Ave
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126 Linden Ave
PortsmouthVA23704
801 Randolph St
PortsmouthVA23704
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Downtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA Local Guide
Downtown Portsmouth
by Author: John L. Beeman is licensed under Internal
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $1,009 | $1,650 |
| Downtown Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,150 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,600 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Portsmouth area of Portsmouth, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Victory Square 55+ Senior Community priced from $1,099. Crawford House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,101. Here are the most affordable Downtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Crawford House | 0Bed 1Bath 416 sf | Studio,1BA | $1,101 |
| Beacon 303 | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 309 North St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Sterling King | THE YORK | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Portsmouth, VA
As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Portsmouth area is the $1.87 price per square foot THE QUARTERS Model at The Quarters at Park View in the in the Beacon Light neighborhood starting from $1,902. The second greatest value Downtown Portsmouth apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 309 North St starting at $1,435 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Dnc neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quarters at Park View | THE QUARTERS | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 309 North St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Holley Pointe | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Nav850 | The Sycamore - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Sterling King | THE YORK | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Beacon 303 | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 367 Middle St, Unit 1 | 367 Middle St | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Crawford House | 0Bed 1Bath 416 sf | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Portsmouth Neighborhood in Portsmouth, VA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 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 Downtown Portsmouth Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Portsmouth Apartment is $1,099 at Victory Square 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Portsmouth is starting from $1,316 at Victory Square 55+ Senior Community.
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