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9h ago
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5699 Craneybrook Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Swimming pool | On-site management | Outdoor space
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,270–$1,390
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1d ago
Verified
5624 High Street West, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,034–$1,181
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,399–$1,645
House for rent
Available Sep 17
1d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,187–$1,362
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,125–$1,550
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4d ago
1 Harbor Ct, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,290–$1,999
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,140–$1,830
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2804 Turnpike Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23707
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,130–$1,555
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5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,211–$1,820
Price drop
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
2424 Piedmont Ave #1, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Cable
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
4110 Queenswood Dr #0, Portsmouth, VA 23703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
3 beds
1 bath
$1,695
House for rent
Available Aug 23
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
1701 Bain St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$2,495
House for rent
42m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,249–$1,299
Apartment for rent
6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
2402 Elm Ave #1, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
23h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,402–$1,899
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
115 Maurice Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23701
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,850
House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Portsmouth
442 Court St #A, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,725
$1,599
Price drop
Condo for rent
1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,493
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
Garage parking | Walk-in closets | Package service
4 beds
2 baths
$2,595
House for rent
Available Sep 9
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,581–$1,801
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Portsmouth
2129 Chestnut St #A, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,775
$1,525
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
2d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
1722 Mcdaniel St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
House for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
330 Middle St #3, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
200 Pullman Ave #4, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
$1,100
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
317 Avondale Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
House for rent
Available Sep 1
3d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
4916 Orleans Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703
On-site laundry | Carpet | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$2,595
House for rent
Available Sep 6
4d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
1607 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Carpet
4 beds
2 baths
$2,450
House for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
4841 W Norfolk Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Storage
5 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
501 Sussex Dr #1, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$2,050
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
4d ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
$1,900
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
619 South St #B, Portsmouth, VA 23704
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
1802 Atlanta Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Oven
3 beds
2 baths
$1,700
$1,600
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
25 Mohawk Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Portsmouth
717 South St #A, Portsmouth, VA 23704
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,093–$1,512
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
400 Jamestown Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Air conditioning | Carpet | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,132–$1,741
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
902 Liston Ln, Portsmouth, VA 23701
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,895
$1,795
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
3812 Cedar Ln, Portsmouth, VA 23703
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$2,195
$2,095
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Portsmouth
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Package service
1 bed
1 bath
$1,450
Condo for rent
Available Sep 4
5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,450
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
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Portsmouth rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 142 apartments for rent in Portsmouth, with a median rent price of $1,500 per month. Portsmouth has seen a 3%—or $47—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,500Year Over Year Change
3%
$47
Rentals available, last 30 days
142
The average rent in Portsmouth, VA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,500, which is a 3.04% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA is about $1,100. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA is $1,380, and studios are about $1,299 per month.
See more Portsmouth, VA rent data on our rent research page.
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5601 michael ln
portsmouth, VA, 23703
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portsmouth, VA, 23703
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portsmouth, VA, 23701
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portsmouth, VA, 23701
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portsmouth, VA, 23701
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Age Range
0-19
25%
20-34
23%
35-44
12%
45-64
24%
65+
14%
Language
English
95%
Spanish
2%
Indo Euro
0%
Asia Pac
1%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
10%
High School
58%
Bachelor's
22%
Master's
5%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
23%
25-50k
24%
50-75k
20%
75-100k
13%
100-150k
12%
150k+
6%
Portsmouth locals spend about 23 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Portsmouth is through Richmond International Airport, 72.87 miles away.
Scores for Portsmouth are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Portsmouth, 67% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Portsmouth
Affordable housing
78%Satisfaction rating
Pet friendly
78%Satisfaction rating
Job market
56%Satisfaction rating
Other Things to Consider
Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.
How we got this dataPortsmouth residents appreciate the variety of recreational activities available, particularly the waterfront parks and access to the James River, which provide scenic views and opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. The local dining scene gets positive mentions, with a mix of options that cater to different tastes. However, some individuals express concerns about the condition of certain neighborhoods and a perceived lack of maintenance in specific areas, alongside comments about traffic issues during rush hour. Overall, the city's blend of amenities and accessibility to larger urban centers makes it appealing to many renters.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Portsmouth, VA is $1,206, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $1,370.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Portsmouth, VA, with 41.97% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are included in 11% of the apartment listings in Portsmouth, VA.
Portsmouth, VA features a mix of architectural styles, with a significant presence of older styles like Ranch, Colonial, and Cape Cod, reflecting the city's rich historical heritage.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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