Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, RI from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Portsmouth, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portsmouth Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harbor VillageThe Reliance2BR,1BA$1,880
East Bay VillageThe Aquidneck1BR,1BA$1,970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, RI

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portsmouth area is the $1.66 price per square foot 11 Monroe Ave Model at 11 Monroe Ave, Unit 2 in the starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Portsmouth apartment is the 85 Bay View Ave Model at 85 Bay View Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11 Monroe Ave, Unit 211 Monroe Ave4BR,2BA$1.66
85 Bay View Ave, Unit 285 Bay View Ave3BR,1BA$1.63
85 Bay View Ave, Unit 285 Bay View Ave3BR,1BA$1.46
27 Bourne St, Unit 127 Bourne St3BR,1BA$1.70
149 Rocky Point Ave, Unit 1149 Rocky Point Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
Harbor VillageThe Reliance2BR,1BA$2.21
East Bay VillageThe Newport1BR,1BA$2.69

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Getting Around Portsmouth, RI

Walk Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portsmouth Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $1,970 at East Bay 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 $1,880 at Harbor Village.

What is the most affordable Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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