5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Modern comfort
- No smoking
Location
259 Broad St, Portsmouth, VA 23707, USA
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Property Overview
259 Broad Street has received an impressive overall expert rating of 8.5, reflecting strong appeal to renters. With a price rating of 10 and amenities rating of 9, it offers competitive pricing and outstanding features. Its location also rates 9, ensuring easy access to transport and popular hotspots, while a trustworthiness rating of 7 highlights transparency in its management. Additionally, the abundance of photos enhances its attractiveness, providing clear insight into the property's offerings.
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
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 259 Broad Street - 5 | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,450 /mo | Welcome to the charming Port Norfolk neighborhood in Portsmouth, VA, where this newly renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment awaits you in a picturesque 6-plex building. Each unit features two large oversized porches with front and back entrances. Approximately ~1,200 sqft. Located in a historic area, this apartment offers a unique blend of vintage charm and modern comfort with close proximity to Downtown Portsmouth, the Port of Virginia, Downtown Norfolk, Suffolk, and Chesapeake. Currently vacant and available to rent immediately. Please schedule showings and apply through our website: https callproactive com rentals Good credit (600+) and clean rental history is required. Application fee of $45 per adult. No pets or smoking is permitted. |
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Amenities for 259 Broad Street
Apartment Amenities
| Hot Water | Trash Included |
| Utilities/Sewer |
Grounds
| Storage |
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
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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About 259 Broad Street
Welcome to the charming Port Norfolk neighborhood in Portsmouth, VA, where this historic apartment awaits you in a picturesque 6-plex building. Each unit features two large oversized porches with front and back entrances. Approximately ~1,200 sqft. Located in a historic area, this apartment offers a unique blend of vintage charm and modern comfort with close proximity to Downtown Portsmouth, the Port of Virginia, Downtown Norfolk, Suffolk, and Chesapeake. Rent includes water, trash, and sewer utilities. Currently vacant and available to rent immediately. No pets or smoking is permitted. Application fee of $45 per applicant. Images reflect showing unit with identical floorplan and square footage. Professionally managed by ProActive Real Estate Services.
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, 259 Broad Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 259 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.
259 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.
259 Broad Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including storage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 259 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.
259 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 259 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.
259 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 259 Broad Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Portsmouth
3-bedroom apartments at 259 Broad Street cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Portsmouth
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,214 |
| 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 | $1,146 |
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Can I afford to live at 259 Broad St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$58,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near 259 Broad Street
Waterview Elementary School
3649 hartford st
portsmouth, VA, 23707
K-6Public
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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 259 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 259 Broad St, Portsmouth
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within 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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