
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Crescent Place

Hodges Manor Apartments

Biltmore Commons Apartments

Collinswood Lake Apartments

Somyrr Properties

Ashton Village
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Midtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Midtown Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $825 | $1,325 |
| Midtown Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $950 | $1,600 |
| Midtown Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,250 | $1,555 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA.
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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. Hodges Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Residences at Crawford Farms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Somyrr Properties | 2 BR 1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Ashton Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Portsmouth, VA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Portsmouth area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Crescent Place in the in the Culpepper Landing neighborhood starting from $1,351. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Somyrr Properties | 2 BR 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Arbor Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ashton Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Residences at Crawford Farms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Portsmouth Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Portsmouth?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Portsmouth is Hodges Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Midtown Portsmouth costs $1,490.
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 3 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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