Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $600 (7 Rentals)

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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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Midtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Portsmouth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Portsmouth area of Portsmouth, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Crescent Place priced from $1,050. Biltmore Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1,150
Residences at Crawford Farms2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated II2BR,1BA$1,194

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Portsmouth, VA

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Portsmouth area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 BR 1.5 BA Model at Somyrr Properties in the in the Midtown Portsmouth neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Midtown Portsmouth apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated II Model at Residences at Crawford Farms starting at $1,194 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Somyrr Properties2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Residences at Crawford Farms2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated II2BR,1BA$1.26
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Ashton Village2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.56

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Midtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA

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Among neighborhoods in Portsmouth, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Portsmouth. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood in Portsmouth, VA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Portsmouth Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown 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 4 regular apartments in Midtown Portsmouth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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