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

Portsmouth's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,400 monthly. These figures represent the current market conditions across the city's available rental inventory.

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

April offers the lowest rental prices in Portsmouth, while December sees the highest rent with approximately an 8% difference between peak and off-peak months. Planning a spring move in April could result in lower prices compared to winter rental rates.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Portsmouth, VA?

Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Portsmouth, VA, with 41.97% of listings being pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Portsmouth, VA?

Portsmouth rentals rarely include utilities as part of the monthly rent, with only 10 total listings offering this arrangement. This represents less than 1% of all available properties, meaning renters should budget separately for electricity, water, and other utility costs.

Are most apartments in Portsmouth, VA largely older buildings or new developments?

Portsmouth's rental market features predominantly older architectural styles, with ranch-style homes leading at 49% of properties from the post-World War II era. Cape Cod architecture represents 17% of rentals with its 17th-century New England origins, while Colonial style accounts for 15% with designs dating from the 1600s through 1800s.

Luxury Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, VA

25 rentals available

Montgomery Square Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

Montgomery Square Apartments

714 King St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury

2 beds

2 baths

$1,899

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Portsmouth

CONDOS - Portsmouth, VA

111 High St #409, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2.5 baths

$2,500

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Luxury apartment for rent in Portsmouth

2424 Piedmont Ave #4, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury apartment for rent in Portsmouth

531 County St #3, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$900

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury house for rent in Portsmouth

4216 River Shore Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Luxury | Balcony | In-unit laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$3,250

House for rent

Available Jun 6

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury house for rent in Portsmouth

SINGLE_FAMILY - Portsmouth, VA

1522 Barron St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,795

House for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Fireplace

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Residents Lounge

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$1,290–$2,068

1 Harbor Ct

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,599

800 Crawford St

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Portsmouth

207 Falcon Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,200

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

5d+ ago

Luxury apartment for rent in Portsmouth

Com-1708 Airline Boulevard - 1

1708 Airline Blvd #1, Portsmouth, VA 23707

Luxury

Studio

0 baths

$1,175

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 1

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Luxury house for rent in Portsmouth

SINGLE_FAMILY - Portsmouth, VA

804 City Park Ave #B, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Luxury | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350

House for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury house for rent in Portsmouth

Normandy St, 528 - 1

528 Normandy St #1, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Luxury | Walk-in closets | Swimming pool

3 beds

2.5 baths

$2,800

House for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,050–$1,275

Portsmouth

$1,290–$2,068

Portsmouth

$850

Portsmouth

$875–$1,075

Portsmouth

5d+ ago

Luxury house for rent in Portsmouth

SINGLE_FAMILY - Portsmouth, VA

129 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,600

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury townhouse for rent in Portsmouth

Washington Street - 1

Washington St #1, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Luxury | Walk-in closets | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

Available Jan 3

Top amenities

Carpet

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Storage

Heritage at Freemason Harbour - Photo 1 of 1

3D tour

23h ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Heritage at Freemason Harbour

200 College Pl, Norfolk, VA 23510

Luxury | Balcony | Walk-in closets

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,851–$3,015

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Top amenities

Business Center

Central Heat

Elevator

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

Storage

Call

Military housing

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.5

Excellent

Verified

Stanley Court

16 Debra Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23702

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,399–$1,645

House for rent

Available Sep 17

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Call

Income restricted

3D tour

4d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Market Heights

651 May Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504

Luxury | Fitness center | Controlled access

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,053–$1,477

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 11

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Wheelchair Accessible

Call

Highly rated

Income restricted

7h ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

Belle Hall Apartments

159 Cheyenne Trail, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Luxury | On-site management | Business center

2–3 beds

2 baths

$1,187–$1,362

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Management

Call

6h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Ashton Village

200 Chowan Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701

Luxury | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,425–$1,600

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

Call

Income restricted

Age restricted

4d ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Commons at Churchland

3504 Executive Center Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23321

Luxury | Fitness center | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$995–$1,335

Apartment for rent

Call

2d ago

9.2

Excellent

Verified

Bainbridge Commons

30 Grady St, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Luxury

3 beds

1 bath

$1,955

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 16

Call

Listings within 10 miles

Military housing

Rent special

4h ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

Willoughby Bay

8180 O'Conner Crescent, Norfolk, VA 23503

Luxury | Swimming pool | In-unit laundry

2–4 beds

1–2 baths

$2,149–$2,154

House for rent

Available Sep 9

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Call

Income restricted

3D tour

5d+ ago

7.9

Very good

Verified

The Rivers

1085 Libertyville Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Luxury | On-site management | Business center

1 bed

1 bath

$630

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Call

Income restricted

5d+ ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

Legacy Landing

1515 Ivy Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607

Luxury | Fitness center | Elevator

1–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,054–$2,250

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 28

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Management

Call

19h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Streets of Greenbrier

929 Wintercress Way, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Luxury | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,704–$4,682

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Elevator

EV Charging

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

Swimming Pool

Call

Highly rated

5d+ ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Liberty Apartments

3201 Washington Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

Luxury | Balcony | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,806

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

Call

Norwich Manor (active duty military only) - Photo 1 of 1

Military housing

3D tour

4h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Norwich Manor (active duty military only)

272 Royal Windsor Loop, Norfolk, VA 23505

Luxury | Swimming pool | In-unit laundry

3–4 beds

2 baths

$2,154

House for rent

Available Sep 4

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Central Heat

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Call

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