Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $600 (23 Rentals)

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property at 146 Florida Ave

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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146 Florida Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
property at 742 Mt Vernon Ave

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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742 Mt Vernon Ave

PortsmouthVA23707

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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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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
property at 146 Florida Ave

$1,100

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146 Florida Ave

PortsmouthVA23707
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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 821 Mt Vernon Ave

$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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821 Mt Vernon Ave

PortsmouthVA23707

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property at 1 Shelby St

$1,295

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1 Shelby St

PortsmouthVA23701
property at 804 City Park Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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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 2 Beds unit found at Arbor Brook Apartments priced from $995. Collinswood Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$995
Collinswood Lake Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$995
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,130
Somyrr Properties2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1BA$1,200
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Extra Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Portsmouth, VA

As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Portsmouth area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Beds Model at Collinswood Lake Apartments in the in the Western Branch neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Midtown Portsmouth apartment is the 2 BR 1.5 BA Model at Somyrr Properties starting at $1,200 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Midtown Portsmouth 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.
Collinswood Lake Apartments3 Beds3BR,1BA$1.14
Somyrr Properties2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Willow2BR,1BA$1.46
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Residences at Crawford Farms2 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.58
Biltmore Commons ApartmentsGarden-Extra Large-2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.52
Crescent Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Ashton Village2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.00

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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 $995 at Collinswood Lake Apartments.

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 $995 at Arbor Brook Apartments.

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