
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Portsmouth, OH from $500 (42 Rentals)
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1429 3rd Ave

1510 7th Ave

University Suites

Riverside Landing

Barnett Commons

Lynwood Ter

Garden Park Apartments
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Walnut Hills

The Cloister

820 7th St

Dogwood Apartments

University Hilltop Apartments

Herd Flats - Campus Housing

Royal Oaks at Pea Ridge

Woodland Heights
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Providence Hill Apartments

Webster Greene

Townhomes & Flats at MSU

Imperial Lofts

4547-4535 Piedmont Rd

518 9th Ave

Holly Hills Apartments

607 20th St
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4 Circle Dr

215 Bridge St

2435 1st Ave

925 E 6th St

616 E Front St

(Transitioned) Westmoreland

80 Township Rd 1118

2455 1st Ave
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Fox Run Crossing

2228 Washington Ave

82 Township Rd 1118

3348 8th Street Rd

752 3rd St

11 Alice Ct

25 Alice Ct

1311 Huntington Ave
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100 Blue Jacket Cir

50 Kad Ct
West Portsmouth, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $1,035 | $775 | $1,400 |
| West Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $998 | $503 | $2,682 |
| West Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $715 | $3,993 |
| West Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $850 | $1,450 |
| West Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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Cheapest Available West Portsmouth Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Portsmouth, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at The Prichard priced from $503. 1429 3rd Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Portsmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prichard | The Grand | 1BR,1BA | $503 |
| 1429 3rd Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Riverside Landing | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Barnett Commons | 2 Bed 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $740 |
| Lynwood Ter | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| (Transitioned) Westmoreland | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Cloister | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Fox Run Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $817 |
| Herd Flats - Campus Housing | Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Walnut Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Portsmouth, OH and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Portsmouth area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Unit Model at Sawgrass Greene in the starting from $1,072. The second greatest value West Portsmouth apartment is the 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Riverside Landing starting at $975 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawgrass Greene | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Riverside Landing | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| University Hilltop Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Royal Oaks at Pea Ridge | ONE BEDROOM UNIT | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| (Transitioned) Westmoreland | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Herd Flats - Campus Housing | Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Marshall Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Barnett Commons | 2 Bed 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Prichard | The Classic | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1429 3rd Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Portsmouth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Portsmouth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Portsmouth is at 1439 6th Avenue listed at $1,025.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Portsmouth Apartment is $503 at The Prichard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Portsmouth is starting from $715 at Riverside Landing.
What is the most affordable West Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Barnett Commons and starts from $850.
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