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Patriots Park
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Osprey Landing
10 Sanderling WayPortsmouth, NH 03801
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559-567 Sagamore AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
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1061 Maplewood AvePortsmouth, NH 03801
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The Residences at Eliot Commons 55+ Community
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Portsmouth, NH Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $2,152 | $1,210 | $2,839 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $1,240 | $3,950 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,222 | $1,440 | $4,810 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $2,225 | $4,300 |
| Cheap Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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Portsmouth, NH Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portsmouth, NH
Pricing Updated: 03/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Portsmouth, NH area range in price from $1,050 to $4,810 with an overall median price of $3,695. The three Portsmouth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are New Hampshire Beaches at $1,050, Osprey Landing at $1,300, and Downtown Portsmouth at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Portsmouth Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire Beaches | $3,180 | $1,050 | 2462 |
| Osprey Landing | $3,489 | $1,300 | 2010 |
| Downtown Portsmouth | $3,570 | $1,300 | 497 |
| South End | $3,570 | $1,300 | 497 |
| Hillcrest | $3,642 | $1,210 | 484 |
| Portsmouth Plains | $3,642 | $1,210 | 497 |
| Colonial Pines | $3,885 | $1,210 | 435 |
| Ocean Road | $3,885 | $1,210 | 448 |
| Strawberry Banke | $4,395 | $1,300 | 116 |
Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Portsmouth, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at Monarch Village in the Ocean Road neighborhood priced from $1,850. Sagamore Court in the Ocean Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portsmouth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monarch Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Seacoast Residences | The Lighthouse | Studio,1BA | $2,079 |
| West End Yards | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $2,839 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, NH
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $2.40 price per square foot 254 Nimble Hill Rd Model at 254 Nimble Hill Rd, Unit 254 in the in the Osprey Landing neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Monarch Village starting at $2,399 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Ocean Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 254 Nimble Hill Rd, Unit 254 | 254 Nimble Hill Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Monarch Village | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| 18 Ladd St, Unit 18 Ladd St. Apt 2 | 18 Ladd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| The Residences at Portwalk Place | Aria Studio A1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.15 |
| Sagamore Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Seacoast Residences | The Lighthouse | Studio ,1BA | $4.10 |
| West End Yards | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
| 3 Walbach St, Unit 6 | 3 Walbach St | Studio ,1BA | $7.33 |
| 747 Ocean Blvd, Unit 2 | 747 Ocean Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $4.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portsmouth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portsmouth is at Seacoast Residences listed at $2,079.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $1,850 at Monarch Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portsmouth is starting from $2,399 at Monarch Village.
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