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Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth VA

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Explore Rent Prices Near Portsmouth, VA

Portsmouth, VA’s average rent price is $1,465 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Norfolk $1,561
Hampton $1,528
Chesapeake $1,658
Newport News $1,388
Smithfield $1,049

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

Portsmouth, VA Apartments for Rent

Located in southeastern Virginia, Portsmouth sits along the Elizabeth River as part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. The city's Olde Towne Historic District showcases period architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries, making it one of the largest collections of historic buildings between Alexandria and Charleston. The community's average rent ranges from $1,140 for studios to $1,472 for three-bedroom homes, with a moderate year-over-year increase of around 2.9% for one-bedroom units, making it more affordable than nearby Norfolk.

Portsmouth's downtown area reflects its deep maritime heritage, anchored by the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, a cornerstone of the local economy. The tree-lined streets of Olde Towne invite exploration, while the Portsmouth Naval Medical Center serves as a prominent landmark. Rivers Casino Portsmouth provides entertainment options, and the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament brings excitement to the city each April. Established neighborhoods include Park View, with its historic architecture, and Cavalier Manor's residential streets. The 1752 Pass House, where Union forces issued travel permits during the Civil War, stands as one of many preserved historic sites throughout the city.

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Portsmouth, VA Rental Insights

The average rent in Portsmouth, VA is $1,231 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,632, which means housing in Portsmouth, VA is slightly less expensive than much of the country.

The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Portsmouth, VA are 23704, 23701, 23707, 23702, and 23703.

You can find flexible rentals in Portsmouth, VA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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