Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $695 (29 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Midtown Portsmouth area of Portsmouth.

property at 1003 Douglas Ave

$900 - $1,200

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$900 - $1,200

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$900 - $1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1003 Douglas Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
property at 3587 Gum Dr

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3587 Gum Dr

PortsmouthVA23707
property at 16 Pollux Cir E

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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16 Pollux Cir E

PortsmouthVA23701

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property at 387 Carver Cir

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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387 Carver Cir

PortsmouthVA23701
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Residences at Crawford Farms
$1,284 - $1,984
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$1,264 - $1,964
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$1,284 - $1,984
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 11

Residences at Crawford Farms

700 Cherokee RdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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property at 8 Pollux Cir E

$1,350 - $1,375

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$1,375

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$1,375

2 Bedroom Rentals

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8 Pollux Cir E

PortsmouthVA23701
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Shea Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shea Terrace

253 Constitution AvePortsmouth, VA 23704
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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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Cavalier Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier Gardens

808-814 Cavalier BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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property at 143 Maryland Ave

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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143 Maryland Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
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London Oaks
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

London Oaks

2680 High StPortsmouth, VA 23707
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Turnpike Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Turnpike Terrace

3721 Turnpike RdPortsmouth, VA 23701

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Belle Hall Apartment
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Belle Hall Apartment

159 Cheyenne TrlPortsmouth, VA 23701
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property at 454 Florida Ave

$1,120

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$1,120

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$1,120

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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454 Florida Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
property at 638 Mt Vernon Ave

$1,185

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$1,185

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$1,185

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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638 Mt Vernon Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
property at 47 Radford St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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47 Radford St

PortsmouthVA23701
property at 68 Carver Cir

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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68 Carver Cir

PortsmouthVA23701
property at 13 Hedge Ln

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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13 Hedge Ln, Unit A

13 Hedge Ln
PortsmouthVA23701
property at 55 Grand St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

55 Grand St

PortsmouthVA23701

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property at 804 City Park Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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804 City Park Ave

PortsmouthVA23701

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 $1,144. Biltmore Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,144
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1st Floor2BR,1BA$1,195
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Portsmouth, VA

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Portsmouth area is the $1.41 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Crescent Place in the in the Culpepper Landing neighborhood starting from $1,144. The second greatest value Midtown Portsmouth apartment is the The Oak Model at Hodges Manor Apartments starting at $1,225 with a $1.63 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.
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.63
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1st Floor2BR,1BA$1.62
301 Broad St, Unit Apt 3301 Broad St1BR,1BA$1.53

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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!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Portsmouth Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Portsmouth Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Portsmouth Apartment is $1,144 at Crescent Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Portsmouth Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown Portsmouth is starting from $1,195 at Biltmore Commons Apartments.

What is the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crescent Place and starts from $1,573.

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