9 Horne Ave
PortsmouthVA23701
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59 Riverview Ave
PortsmouthVA23704
1400 Atlanta Ave
PortsmouthVA23704
4100 Wyndybrow Dr
PortsmouthVA23703
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4100 Wyndybrow Dr
PortsmouthVA23703
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PortsmouthVA23703
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PortsmouthVA23703
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PortsmouthVA23703
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PortsmouthVA23703
2001 Airline Blvd
PortsmouthVA23701
746 Lexington Ave
NorfolkVA23504
304 Pullman Ave
PortsmouthVA23707
28 Carver Cir
PortsmouthVA23701
124 Chautauqua Ave
PortsmouthVA23707
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PortsmouthVA23707
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PortsmouthVA23704
134 Chautauqua Ave
PortsmouthVA23707
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NorfolkVA23523
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NorfolkVA23508
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ChesapeakeVA23324
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PortsmouthVA23704
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Portsmouth, VA Local Guide
Downtown Portsmouth
by Author: John L. Beeman is licensed under Internal
How much does it cost to rent a home in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,678 | $995 | $2,995 |
| Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,028 | $1,325 | $2,900 |
| Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,552 | $800 | $3,500 |
| Portsmouth 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,531 | $3,000 | $4,050 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portsmouth, VA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Portsmouth | $2,500 | $900 | 17 |
| Downtown Portsmouth | $3,575 | $800 | 11 |
| Old Towne Portsmouth | $3,575 | $1,325 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Welcome Home to The Grand at New Port! in the Camelot neighborhood priced from $950. Harbor Square Apartments in the South Brambleton 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Home to The Grand at New Port! | MLGR2BR | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Sunnybrook Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Victory Square 55+ Senior Community | The Commodore | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1520 Prentis Ave Model at 1520 Prentis Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Beacon Light neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the MC.3B1.5B Model at Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! starting at $1,480 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1520 Prentis Ave, Unit 4 | 1520 Prentis Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.3B1.5B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Crescent Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Churchland Square | Three Bedroom Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Victory Village | 3BR, 2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Origin Circle at Kindred | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Arbour Reach Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Somyrr Properties | 2 BR 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Bell Diamond Manor | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Harbor Square Apartments | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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There are currently 423 Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,860. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portsmouth ranging from $750 to $4,050.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Portsmouth ranges from $750 to $4,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,193.
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