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Apartments under $1,600 for Rent in Portsmouth, NH

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  1. Building Photo - 20 Chapel St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    20 Chapel St Unit 5

    20 Chapel St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
  2. Building Photo - 84 Tuttle Ln
    STUDIO, 0.5 BATH
    $250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$250

    84 Tuttle Ln Unit Garage

    84 Tuttle Ln, Greenland, NH 03840
  3. Building Photo - 39 Exeter Rd
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,400

    39 Exeter Rd Unit #2, upstairs

    39 Exeter Rd, Newmarket, NH 03857

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Portsmouth is a historic seaport on the Piscataqua River that's been a coastal hub for over 400 years. When you're looking for apartments for rent in Portsmouth, you'll discover a walkable downtown packed with preserved Colonial and Federal-style architecture, plus an amazing restaurant scene and cultural spots like the Strawbery Banke Museum and the Music Hall theater. The city's maritime heritage and waterfront location create that classic New England feel that attracts renters who want both history and modern conveniences.

Renting in Portsmouth puts you close to dining, entertainment, and outdoor fun within a compact 17-square-mile area. The Downtown district has apartment communities in restored brick buildings, while the West End neighborhood offers different housing styles with easy access to shops and services. Prescott Park along the waterfront hosts seasonal festivals and events, and the city's spot near Interstate 95 makes commuting to Boston and other regional job centers a breeze. Major local employers like Lonza Biologics and the U.S. State Department's Consular Center help keep the area's economy strong.

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