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Rental Market Trends in Portsmouth, NH

What is the average rent in Portsmouth, NH?

$2,366/month

Average Rent

693 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.5%

Increase in the Last Year

Portsmouth, NH Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Portsmouth, NH is $2,366 per month. This is 44% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Portsmouth one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Portsmouth average $1,933 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth average $2,366 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth average $2,681 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth average $2,860 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,933/month
534 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,366/month
693 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,681/month
977 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,860/month
1,262 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,299/month
2,749 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,450/month
706 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,673/month
1,155 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Portsmouth, NH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $13 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Portsmouth, NH
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Portsmouth, NH
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
9% $1,501 - $2,000/month
91% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Portsmouth?

Based on current rent prices, New Hampshire Beaches and Downtown Portsmouth" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Portsmouth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
New Hampshire Beaches
$2,726/month
691 Sq Ft
Downtown Portsmouth
$2,947/month
719 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Portsmouth?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Portsmouth and New Hampshire Beaches" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Portsmouth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Portsmouth
$2,947/month
719 Sq Ft
New Hampshire Beaches
$2,726/month
691 Sq Ft

Which Portsmouth neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Portsmouth with the most apartments available are New Hampshire Beaches and Downtown Portsmouth" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
New Hampshire Beaches
$2,726/month
691 Sq Ft
Downtown Portsmouth
$2,947/month
719 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Portsmouth, NH?

Because the average rent in Portsmouth is $2,366, you’ll want to make about $7,886 per month or $94,632 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Portsmouth, NH

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How does Portsmouth, NH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Portsmouth, NH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

New Hampshire Beaches

Portsmouth, NH

Downtown Portsmouth

Portsmouth, NH

Studio
$1,764/month
$1,902/month
One Bedroom
$2,042/month
$2,548/month
Two Bedroom
$2,425/month
$3,459/month
Three Bedroom
$2,812/month
$3,825/month
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$2,210 - $3,589

Studio - 2 Beds

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Sage Portsmouth

2422 Lafayette Rd,
Portsmouth, NH 03801

$3,300 - $4,100

1-2 Beds

Yokens of Portsmouth

Yokens of Portsmouth

951 Peverly Hill Rd,
Portsmouth, NH 03801

$4,650

3 Beds

West End Yards

West End Yards

35 Hodgdon Way,
Portsmouth, NH 03801

$2,290 - $3,825

Studio - 2 Beds

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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