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Apartments under $1,800 for Rent in Portsmouth, VA

773 Rentals
  1. |
    STUDIO
    $1,687+
    1 BED
    $1,809+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,672 - $1,820
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$1,687 - $1,835

    Fusion at Neon

    225 W Olney Rd, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 703-4958
  2. Good Value
    |
    1 BED
    $1,407
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,328 - $1,644
    Required Monthly Fees$78
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,406 - $1,722

    Nav850

    850 Crawford Pky, Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 610-9309
  3. Rent Special
    |
    1 BED
    $1,268+
    2 BEDS
    $1,418+
    3 BEDS
    $1,568+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,199 - $1,499
    Required Monthly Fees$69 - $99
    Total Monthly Price$1,268 - $1,598
    - 12 Month Lease

    Starboard Townhomes

    543 Edwards St, Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 859-9963
  4. |
    1 BED
    $1,720
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,720 - $1,883
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,720 - $1,883

    Heritage at Freemason Harbour

    200 College Pl, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (844) 929-0282
  5. Good Value
    |
    1 BED
    $1,668+
    2 BEDS
    $1,768+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,629 - $1,729
    Required Monthly Fees$39
    Total Monthly Price$1,668 - $1,768

    PARK 216

    1001 Beringer Rd, Suffolk, VA 23435
    (757) 780-1826
  6. 1 BED
    $1,045+
    2 BEDS
    $1,189+
    3 BEDS
    $1,490+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,025 - $1,835
    Required Monthly Fees$20
    Total Monthly Price$1,045 - $1,855

    Residences at Crawford Farms

    700 Cherokee Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701
    (757) 745-1451
  7. STUDIO
    $1,729+
    1 BED
    $1,760+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,622 - $1,747
    Required Monthly Fees$107
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,729 - $1,854

    Attain Downtown

    450 Boush St, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 859-0353
  8. STUDIO
    $1,564+
    1 BED
    $1,769+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,504 - $1,844
    Required Monthly Fees$60
    Total Monthly Price$1,564 - $1,904

    Gravity on 400

    400 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 394-8268
  9. STUDIO
    $1,566+
    1 BED
    $1,646+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,506 - $1,911
    Required Monthly Fees$60
    Total Monthly Price$1,566 - $1,971

    Metro On Granby Apartments

    401 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 244-9414
  10. 1 BED
    $1,250+
    2 BEDS
    $1,500+
    3 BEDS
    $1,700+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    The Henley

    3790 Pepperwood Ct, Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 780-1249
  11. STUDIO
    $1,584+
    1 BED
    $1,779+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,524 - $1,854
    Required Monthly Fees$60
    Total Monthly Price$1,584 - $1,914

    Icon Norfolk Apartments

    321 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 394-8564
  12. STUDIO
    $1,587+
    1 BED
    $1,789+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,523 - $1,805
    Required Monthly Fees$63
    Total Monthly Price$1,586 - $1,868

    142 West York

    142 W York St, Norfolk, VA 23510
    (757) 859-0743
  13. 2 BEDS
    $1,480
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,460 - $2,199
    Required Monthly Fees$20
    Total Monthly Price$1,480 - $2,219

    Residences at Paradise Creek

    104-128 Dahlgren Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23702
    (855) 579-1461
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Portsmouth at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,224
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Schools in Portsmouth
37

Some Transit

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Transportation in Portsmouth
49

Somewhat Bikeable

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Portsmouth, VA Apartments for Rent

Portsmouth stretches along the Elizabeth River in southeastern Virginia and is home to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, a historic and active Navy facility that has shaped the city's character for centuries. Those looking for apartments for rent in Portsmouth will find a more affordable housing market than neighboring Norfolk, with average rents ranging from around $1,155 for studios to $1,511 for three-bedroom units. The city's Olde Towne Historic District features one of the largest collections of 18th and 19th century buildings between Alexandria and Charleston, offering renters a distinctive setting with tree-lined streets and preserved architecture.

Renting in Portsmouth provides convenient access to employment centers throughout the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, including the Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Portsmouth Naval Medical Center. The city's location along the Elizabeth River offers easy commutes to Norfolk and other nearby cities, while neighborhoods like Park View and Cavalier Manor provide established residential communities. Renters can enjoy entertainment at Rivers Casino Portsmouth, explore the historic downtown area, or take advantage of the city's position within the larger Hampton Roads region for shopping, dining, and recreation options.

Renting in Portsmouth

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods 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

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
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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Public High School

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

Public
Grades 9-12
1,236 Students
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Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,043 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
534 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
890 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
533 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
541 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
767 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
463 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
411 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
585 Students

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