5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Large fenced in backyard
- New carpet
Location
21 Dekalb Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23702, USA
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Contact
Howard Hanna - SWVA
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Property Overview
Large fenced-in backyard and new carpet add comfort and outdoor enjoyment, while ample listing photos help provide a clear sense of the home before visiting. Proximity to a highly rated high school offers added convenience for education-focused households. Strong pet-friendliness, with no breed or pet restrictions and nearby pet services, supports an easy lifestyle for pet owners.
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- Dishwasher
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 21 Dekalb Ave
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Solar Panels |
Services
| Ground Maintenance |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 21 Dekalb Ave
Very nice renovated two-bedroom one bath home with a large fenced in backyard and a detached garage with storage. This FRESHLY painted home has NEW carpet, NEW fixtures in some rooms, solar panels on the roof and grounds maintenance is included. Don't miss out! Apply online at howardhannarentals. com
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 21 Dekalb Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 23702 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Portsmouth
2-bedroom apartments at 21 Dekalb Ave cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Portsmouth
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,266 |
| July 2024 | $1,272 |
| August 2024 | $1,255 |
| September 2024 | $1,257 |
| October 2024 | $1,312 |
| November 2024 | $1,350 |
| December 2024 | $1,350 |
| January 2025 | $1,400 |
| February 2025 | $1,378 |
| March 2025 | $1,376 |
| April 2025 | $1,348 |
| May 2025 | $1,315 |
| June 2025 | $1,318 |
| July 2025 | $1,358 |
| August 2025 | $1,382 |
| September 2025 | $1,391 |
| October 2025 | $1,388 |
| November 2025 | $1,382 |
| December 2025 | $1,350 |
| January 2026 | $1,355 |
| February 2026 | $1,352 |
| March 2026 | $1,396 |
| April 2026 | $1,447 |
| May 2026 | $1,466 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 21 Dekalb Ave
Victory Elementary School
2828 greenwood dr
portsmouth, VA, 23701
K-6Public
C+
Mount Hermon Preschool Center
3000 north st
portsmouth, VA, 23707
PKPublic
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 21 Dekalb Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 21 Dekalb Ave, Portsmouth
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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