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1421 Des Moines Ave
1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA

House for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,100
Beds4
Baths2
Sqft1,400
modified
3 Days Ago

Property Overview

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Fireplace
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Units

1421 Des Moines Ave Portsmouth, VA

New Listing

1

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

$2,100

Listed on 12/09/2025
Listed by 1421 Des Moines ave - 1
Days on market: 3
Welcome to 1421 Des Moines Ave — a thoughtfully updated bungalow that makes daily life simple. Four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a layout that flows. The open kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of cabinet space, while the main living area stays bright with neutral tones that go with any style. The primary suite features dual sinks and a tiled bath, and the bedrooms include a ceiling fan for comfort. Step out back to a deck and fully fenced yard — easy to maintain, great for pets or weekend get-togethers. The garage and driveway make parking simple, and the location keeps you close to everything you need — shipyards, interstates, and downtown. Application Requirements: Good Credit (600+), clean rental history, and verifiable income required. A $45 application fee per adult. This home is professionally managed by ProActive Real Estate Services.

Available

4 Beds, 2.5 Baths

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

$2,100

Listed on 11/11/2025
Days on market: 32
Welcome to 1421 Des Moines Ave — a thoughtfully updated bungalow that makes daily life simple. Four bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a layout that flows. The open kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of cabinet space, while the main living area stays bright with neutral tones that go with any style. The primary suite features dual sinks and a tiled bath, and the bedrooms include a ceiling fan for comfort. Step out back to a deck and fully fenced yard — easy to maintain, great for pets or weekend get-togethers. The garage and driveway make parking simple, and the location keeps you close to everything you need — shipyards, interstates, and downtown. Application Requirements: Good Credit (600+), clean rental history, and verifiable income required. A $45 application fee per adult. This home is professionally managed by ProActive Real Estate Services.

Amenities for 1421 Des Moines Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Controlled Access
  • Garage Parking
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
  • Central Heat
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Microwave
  • Carpet
  • Fireplace

Policies at 1421 Des Moines Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1421 Des Moines Ave

HomeHouses in Portsmouth 1421 Des Moines Avenue #1, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704, United States

Interested in leasing 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA? Currently, 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 4-bedroom house with 2 bathrooms. Below, you can compare the rent price at 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA vs overall rent prices in Portsmouth, VA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA.

Address details

Units2
Units available2
City
Zip code23704

1421 Des Moines Avenue #1 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Portsmouth

4-bedroom apartments at 1421 Des Moines Avenue #1 cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Portsmouth
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portsmouth
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,211
January 2024$1,224
February 2024$1,229
March 2024$1,257
April 2024$1,226
May 2024$1,249
June 2024$1,215
July 2024$1,269
August 2024$1,274
September 2024$1,228
October 2024$1,087
November 2024$1,070
December 2024$998
January 2025$1,175
February 2025$1,222
March 2025$1,242
April 2025$1,200
May 2025$1,191
June 2025$1,162
July 2025$1,126
August 2025$1,140
September 2025$1,162
October 2025$1,201
November 2025$1,182
December 2025$1,161

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,000/yr

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1421 Des Moines Avenue, Portsmouth, VA.
10 years ago$1,1004 bed2 bath

Schools near 1421 Des Moines Avenue #1

Mount Hermon Preschool Center

3000 north st

portsmouth, VA, 23707

PKPublic

Victory Elementary School

2828 greenwood dr

portsmouth, VA, 23701

K-6Public
C+

Olive Branch Preschool Center

415 mimosa rd

portsmouth, VA, 23701

PKPublic

Churchland Preschool Center

4061 river shore rd

portsmouth, VA, 23703

PKPublic
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Getting around Portsmouth near 1421 Des Moines Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1421 Des Moines Ave, Portsmouth

Groceries

9/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

2/10
Few cafés are within walking distance.

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

4/10
The closest elementary school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.

High schools

3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Parks

3/10
Very few or no parks in the area.

Nightlife

1/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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