Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood of Portsmouth, VA from $600 (7 Rentals)

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Shea Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shea Terrace

253 Constitution AvePortsmouth, VA 23704
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Cavalier Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier Gardens

808-814 Cavalier BlvdPortsmouth, VA 23701
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Midtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Portsmouth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Portsmouth area of Portsmouth, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at New Port Landing priced from $865. Arbor Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Midtown Portsmouth apartments for rent in Portsmouth, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
New Port Landing1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$865
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$950
Independence SquareA-1BR1BR,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Portsmouth, VA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Portsmouth area is the $1.21 price per square foot 428 Russell St Model at 428 Russell St, Unit 1 in the in the Midtown Portsmouth neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Midtown Portsmouth apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Collinswood Lake Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Portsmouth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
428 Russell St, Unit 1428 Russell St2BR,1BA$1.21
Collinswood Lake Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.27
Somyrr Properties2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Hodges Manor ApartmentsThe Willow2BR,1BA$1.30
Arbor Brook Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Crescent PlaceThe Lunar1BR,1BA$1.29
Hague TowersBrambleton1BR,1BA$1.86
Independence SquareA-1BR1BR,1BA$1.66
Beacon 303Lovely And Spacious 1 Bedroom In A Luxury High ...1BR,1BA$1.99
New Port Landing1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.80

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Portsmouth, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Portsmouth. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Midtown Portsmouth Neighborhood in Portsmouth, VA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Portsmouth Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Portsmouth?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Portsmouth is under $1,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Portsmouth?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Portsmouth is New Port Landing which is listed at $865, while the average apartment in Midtown Portsmouth costs $1,550.

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 34 regular apartments in Midtown Portsmouth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midtown Portsmouth?

Cheap apartments in Midtown Portsmouth have an average cost of $356 which is $1,194 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Portsmouth.

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