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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 $1,550 per month. Portsmouth has seen a 4%—or $69—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,550

Year Over Year Change

4%

$69

Rentals available, last 30 days

142

Rent ranges for Portsmouth apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
1%
$2,251 - $3,000
9%
$1,501 - $2,250
42%
$751 - $1,500
47%
$0 - $750
1%

How has rent in Portsmouth, VA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Portsmouth, VA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,550, which is a 4.38% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA is about $1,175. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA is $1,385, and studios are about $950 per month.

See more Portsmouth, VA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Portsmouth, VA?

24

schools

13,371

students

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Churchland Elementary School

5601 michael ln

portsmouth, VA, 23703

K-6Public
B-

Churchland Primary/Intermediate School

5700 hedgerow ln

portsmouth, VA, 23703

K-6Public
C+

Hodges Manor Elementary School

1201 cherokee rd

portsmouth, VA, 23701

K-6Public
C+

Simonsdale Elementary School

4841 clifford st

portsmouth, VA, 23701

K-6Public
C+

Victory Elementary School

2828 greenwood dr

portsmouth, VA, 23701

K-6Public
C+

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Who lives in Portsmouth, VA?

Gender

48% Male
52% Female

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%

What is the household breakdown in Portsmouth, VA?

Families

37% Families
63% Single

Property

45% Renters
55% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

23%

25-50k

24%

50-75k

20%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

12%

150k+

6%

How do residents get around Portsmouth, VA?

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.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Portsmouth are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Portsmouth, VA

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

Parks & recreation
56%
Quality schools
56%
Nightlife
44%
Dating scene
44%
Public transportation
33%
Weather
22%
Cost of living
11%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

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3d ago

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Cedar Creek

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

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Military housing
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4d ago

9.5

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Stanley Court

16 Debra Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23702

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor

2–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,399–$1,645

House for rent

Available Sep 17

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Edgefield Apartments

5699 Craneybrook Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Swimming pool | On-site management | Outdoor space

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,270–$1,390

Apartment for rent

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