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243 Tern Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23701, USA
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Amenities for 243 Tern Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Air | Electric Heating |
| Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Floor Number: 5 | Roof Type: Shingle |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Other
| Roof Type: Asphalt |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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About 243 Tern Ave
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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 243 Tern Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 490 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Zip code | 23701 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Portsmouth
2-bedroom apartments at 243 Tern Ave cost about 66% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Portsmouth
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,254 |
| January 2024 | $1,290 |
| February 2024 | $1,268 |
| March 2024 | $1,284 |
| April 2024 | $1,300 |
| May 2024 | $1,288 |
| 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 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 243 Tern 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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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Portsmouth near 243 Tern Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 243 Tern Ave, Portsmouth
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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DTLR
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Rainbow
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Ross Dress For Less
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The Athlete's Foot
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Starbucks
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Kilimanjaro Kafe
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
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The Well Coffeehouse LLC
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Betrivers Sportsbook
3630 Victory Blvd
Rivers Casino Portsmouth
3630 Victory Blvd
Sound Bar
3630 Victory Blvd
Yard House
3630 Victory Blvd
Corner Bar & Grill LLC
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