5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Balcony view
- Quiet street
- Recently updated kitchen
Location
421 Broad St, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA
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Property Overview
421 Broad Street offers an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5, highlighting its value for renters. It features a competitive price rating of 10, indicating an excellent balance of price and value, along with a notable 9 for amenities and location, ensuring a high quality of life. The property stands out due to its balcony view, quiet street, and recently updated kitchen, while also achieving a trustworthiness rating of 7, reflecting its transparent management and detailed descriptions.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
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Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,250 /mo | 1 unit available | Don't miss this one! Absolutely adorable two bedroom apartment in the Port Norfolk section of Portsmouth. Beautiful and historic with hardwood floors and tile in the kitchen and bathroom. and located on a quiet street that can be overlooked from your balcony. Recently updated kitchen makes this apartment the home you've been looking for! Conveniently located near major interstates, close to downtown Portsmouth, the Naval Hospital, and the Coast Guard base and only minutes from the midtown tunnel. Do not miss this one! Schools are as Followed: John Tyler Elementary (K-5), Churchland Middle (6-8), Churchland High (9-12). |
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Amenities for 421 Broad Street
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Gas Heating |
Appliances
| Electric Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
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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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 421 Broad Street
Don't miss this one! Absolutely adorable two bedroom apartment in the Port Norfolk section of Portsmouth. Beautiful and historic with hardwood floors and tile in the kitchen and bathroom. and located on a quiet street that can be overlooked from your balcony. Recently updated kitchen makes this apartment the home you've been looking for! Conveniently located near major interstates, close to downtown Portsmouth, the Naval Hospital, and the Coast Guard base and only minutes from the midtown tunnel. Do not miss this one! Schools are as Followed: John Tyler Elementary (K-5), Churchland Middle (6-8), Churchland High (9-12).
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 421 Broad Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 Broad Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
421 Broad Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
421 Broad Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 421 Broad Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
421 Broad Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 421 Broad Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
421 Broad Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 421 Broad Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 234 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Portsmouth
2-bedroom apartments at 421 Broad Street cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Portsmouth
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $900 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near 421 Broad Street
Mount Hermon Preschool Center
3000 north st
portsmouth, VA, 23707
PKPublic
Waterview Elementary School
3649 hartford st
portsmouth, VA, 23707
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 421 Broad St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 421 Broad St, Portsmouth
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
3/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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