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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Portsmouth, VA

210 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Beacon 303
    $150 Off
    Price Drop. $150 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,050
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Beacon 303

    303 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 394-3298
  4. Building Photo - Residences at Crawford Farms
    1 BED
    $1,085+
    2 BEDS
    $1,124+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,065 - $1,519
    Required Monthly Fees$20
    Total Monthly Price$1,085 - $1,539

    Residences at Crawford Farms

    700 Cherokee Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701
    (757) 745-1451
  13. Building Photo - Residences at Paradise Creek
    2 BEDS
    $1,120
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100 - $1,942
    Required Monthly Fees$20
    Total Monthly Price$1,120 - $1,962

    Residences at Paradise Creek

    104-128 Dahlgren Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23702
    (855) 579-1461
  19. 1 BED
    $1,221
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,120
    Required Monthly Fees$101
    Total Monthly Price$1,221

    Marina Point

    1301 Canal Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23323
    (757) 972-7623
  22. 1 BED
    $25+
    2 BEDS
    $25+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Silvertree Seniors

    715-817 Madison St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
  36. Building Photo - 259 Chautauqua Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,095
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,095
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,095
         - 12 Month Lease

    259 Chautauqua Ave Unit 1

    259 Chautauqua Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707
  37. Building Photo - 2009 Mclain Street
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,199
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,199
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,199
         - 12 Month Lease

    2009 Mclain Street Unit #B

    2009 Mclain Street, Chesapeake, VA 23324
  38. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900

    332 Mt Vernon Ave Unit 1A

    332 Mt Vernon Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707
  39. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    1628 Bradford Terrace

    1628 Bradford Terrace, Portsmouth, VA 23704
  40. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,125
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,125
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,125

    1517 Summit Ave Unit C

    1517 Summit Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
  41. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,150

    811 Randolph St Unit B

    811 Randolph St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
  42. Building Photo - 929 Green St
    2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$995

    929 Green St Unit 929

    929 Green St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
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Portsmouth at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,231
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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Portsmouth, VA Apartments for Rent

Portsmouth offers historical charm and waterfront living for those seeking apartments for rent in this southeastern Virginia city. Founded in 1752 and named after Portsmouth, England, this waterfront community sits along the Elizabeth River opposite Norfolk and features one of the most extensive collections of period homes between Alexandria and Charleston. Apartments for rent in Portsmouth provide access to the Olde Towne Historic District, where cobblestone streets lead to landmarks like the 1846 Portsmouth Courthouse and the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, which holds the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating hospital in the Navy medical system.

Located in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, Portsmouth combines affordability with convenience. With one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,222, the city provides access to major employers and regional destinations through the Downtown and Midtown Tunnels. The area features Rivers Casino Portsmouth, the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and convenient transportation routes including Interstate 264 and Interstate 664. From waterfront properties to tree-lined neighborhoods, Portsmouth maintains its historic character while offering modern apartment living options.

Renting in Portsmouth

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Getting Around Portsmouth

Transportation

59

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
49

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
37

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Churchland High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,435 Students
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Manor High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,236 Students
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I.C. Norcom High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,043 Students
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WM. E. Waters Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
534 Students
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Churchland Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
890 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Cradock Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
533 Students
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Churchland Primary & Intermediate

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
541 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Churchland Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
767 Students
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Park View Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
463 Students
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Brighton Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
411 Students
GreatSchools Rating
Churchland Academy Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
585 Students

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