
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA from $400 with Washer/Dryer (33 Rentals)
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Edgefield Apartments

525 North St

Crescent Place

Hodges Manor Apartments

The Connelly

49 Shelby St

635 South St

548 Madison St
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10 Aylwin Crescent

Origin Circle at Kindred

Pelham Place
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Sunnybrook Apartments

Chesapeake Pointe
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Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portsmouth?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portsmouth Studio Apartments | $1,401 | $700 | $1,750 |
Portsmouth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $700 | $2,972 |
Portsmouth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $650 | $3,894 |
Portsmouth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $956 | $4,860 |
Portsmouth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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Getting Around Portsmouth, VA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Pembroke Towers listed at $1,280.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portsmouth Apartment is $910 at New Port Landing.
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 $828 at Reunion Senior Living at Kindred.
What is the most affordable Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portsmouth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Origin Circle at Kindred and starts from $956.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Sandy Baker
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