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Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
Portsmouth, VA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Portsmouth rent stands today
Portsmouth, VA rent rose 6.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,650/month. Renters today are paying $100 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 4.7%.
Compared to national trends
Portsmouth sits 13.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 136 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Portsmouth run around $1,500/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,132/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,368/month, with 3-bedrooms and 4+ bedrooms at $2,000 and $2,500/month respectively.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents climbed 57.9% year over year, a notable increase compared to the citywide rise of 6.5%. This segment's growth marks a distinct trend within Portsmouth, VA's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Portsmouth
$1,650/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Portsmouth is $1,650 per month as of November 2026. This is 13% below the national average rent, or $250 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Portsmouth
136
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Portsmouth rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Portsmouth, VA
Average rent prices in Portsmouth have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Portsmouth, VA
Rent prices in Portsmouth vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Portsmouth is $1,350, whereas a house costs $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth run $1,150 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,350.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,500 | No Change | 58% | |
1 bedroom | $1,131 | No Change |  4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,368 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $2,500 | 8% | 11% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Portsmouth, VA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,350 | 1% | 4% | |
Condos | $1,695 | No Change | 15% | |
Houses | $2,100 | 5% | 11% | |
Rooms | $900 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,500
Last year
58%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,131
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,368
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
11%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Portsmouth, VA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,695
Last year
15%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
11%
Rooms
Average rent
$900
The table above reflects average rent prices in Portsmouth, VA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Portsmouth, VA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Portsmouth and Carrollton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Portsmouth
13%lower than the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Portsmouth, VA is 17% lower than the median rent in Carrollton, VA.
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10%Discover rentals in Portsmouth, VA
3h ago
1100 High St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$554–$2,007
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
414 London St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
150 Florida Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3724 Deep Creek Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23702
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
8h ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
8 Bradley Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23701
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 7
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Portsmouth
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Portsmouth
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16 Debra Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23702
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 24
8h ago
714 King St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,624–$2,024
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
16h ago
303 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,175–$1,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
3802 Towne Point Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,230–$1,829
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
159 Cheyenne Trail, Portsmouth, VA 23701
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,187–$1,362
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
200 Chowan Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,486–$1,924
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16 Debra Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23702
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 24
6h ago
307/309 Dinwiddie St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
16 Debra Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23702
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,450–$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 24
1h ago
Verified
159 Cheyenne Trail, Portsmouth, VA 23701
2 beds
2 baths
$1,187
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
3802 Towne Point Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
3 beds
1 bath
$1,680
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Portsmouth
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Portsmouth, VA
Quick answers to common questions about the Portsmouth rental market.
How much is rent in Portsmouth?
The average rent in Portsmouth is $1,650 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Portsmouth?
Average rent prices in Portsmouth have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Portsmouth rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Portsmouth is 13% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $250 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Portsmouth?
To comfortably afford rent in Portsmouth, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Portsmouth?
April offers the lowest rent levels in Portsmouth, with approximately an 8% difference compared to December when rents peak. This seasonal pattern means spring apartment hunting can result in meaningful savings compared to winter months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).