How much is the average rent in Portsmouth, NH for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Portsmouth's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,400 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,800 monthly. Both apartment types have seen rent increases over the past year, with one-bedrooms rising 9.9% and two-bedrooms remaining relatively stable.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Portsmouth, NH?

April offers the lowest rental costs in Portsmouth, while February sees the highest rent prices throughout the year. This seasonal variation creates approximately 30% price difference between these months, making spring apartment hunting potentially more budget-friendly than winter searches.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Portsmouth, NH?

Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments available in Portsmouth, NH, with 36.56% of the listings being pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Portsmouth, NH?

Portsmouth apartments rarely include utilities as part of the rent, with only about 0.06% of total listings offering this arrangement. Studios and one-bedroom apartments each have minimal utility-included options, while two-bedroom units show slightly higher availability at 0.08% of listings.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, NH

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4d ago

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3548 Lafayette Road

3548 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | Dishwasher | Wi-fi

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,099–$3,300

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5d+ ago

Cheap condo for rent in Portsmouth

CONDOS - Other - Portsmouth, NH

290 Pleasant St #2, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

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5d+ ago

Cheap condo for rent in Kittery

2 Bedroom Duplex - Newly Remodeled - Amazing Location

6 Boush St, Kittery, ME 03904

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

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Available Aug 1

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12h ago

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141 Cass St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | Garage parking | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,800

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Available Aug 1

3d ago

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5 Douglas Cir, Rye, NH 03870

Affordable | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,800

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5d+ ago

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155 Echo Ave ##10, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,000

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$3,000

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$2,099–$3,300

3548 Lafayette Rd

4d ago

Cheap condo for rent in Portsmouth

CONDOS - Other - Portsmouth, NH

537 Islington St #3, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$3,000

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap condo for rent in Portsmouth

CONDOS - Colonial - Portsmouth, NH

774 Middle St #4, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$3,100

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Top amenities

Dishwasher

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3d ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Portsmouth

Portsmouth - 2 Beds 1 Bath Apartment

127 Bartlett St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,175

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

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Condo - Dover, NH

8 Deborah Ln, Dover, NH 03820

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,200

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Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Cheap apartment for rent in Rye

18 Browns Ct, Rye, NH 03870

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3 beds

2 baths

$3,200

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New construction

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Cheap apartment for rent in Portsmouth

APARTMENT - Other - Portsmouth, NH

815 Lafayette Rd #101, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,250

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Top amenities

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2d ago

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3 Bedroom Apt - 697 Islington St - Portsmouth, NH

697 Islington St #1, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$3,300

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

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5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Kittery

4 Bicknell St, Kittery, ME 03904

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4 beds

2 baths

$3,450

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Available Jun 26

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2d ago

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370 Wallis Rd, Rye, NH 03870

Affordable | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,500

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3d ago

Cheap townhouse for rent in Portsmouth

TOWNHOME - Other - Portsmouth, NH

103 Spinnaker Way, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

2 baths

$3,500

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4d ago

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103 Spinnaker Way, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | Assigned parking

3 beds

3 baths

$3,500

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3d ago

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7 Wallingford Sq #301, Kittery, ME 03904

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

0 baths

$3,600

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Top amenities

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5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Portsmouth

4 Nixon Park, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$3,950

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Available Jul 1

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On-Site Laundry

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New construction

5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Portsmouth

APARTMENT - Other - Portsmouth, NH

2059 Lafayette Rd #203, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$4,500

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Top amenities

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EV Charging

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New construction

5d+ ago

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APARTMENT - Other - Portsmouth, NH

2059 Lafayette Rd #204, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$4,600

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New construction

5d+ ago

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APARTMENT - Other - Portsmouth, NH

2059 Lafayette Rd #201, Portsmouth, NH 03801

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2 beds

1 bath

$4,700

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5d+ ago

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65 Mark St ##1, Portsmouth, NH 03801

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2 beds

3 baths

$4,750

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New construction

5d+ ago

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APARTMENT - Other - Portsmouth, NH

2059 Lafayette Rd #202, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$4,800

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Dishwasher

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