Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Portsmouth city, VA
The median gross rent in Portsmouth city is $1,225 — 25% above the Virginia state median. It ranks #94 of 133 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,225
1-bedroom$1,014
2-bedroom$1,170
3-bedroom$1,518
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How to find the cheapest rent in Portsmouth city
- Target the $1,014–$1,170 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Virginia.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Portsmouth city
- Norton city$613
- Scott County$621
- Carroll County$643
- Bath County$650
- Lee County$651