Average Rent in Portsmouth, VA
5 apartment buildings, 16 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$1,679/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,050/mo
Beacon303 at Olde Towne Apartments
Properties
5
tracked daily
Units
16
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 5 properties in Portsmouth, VA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Portsmouth, VA Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Beacon303 at Olde Towne Apartments
303 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
The Quarters at Park View Apartments
1140 London Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Nav850
850 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
The Roebuck Lofts
519 Front St, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA
Riverview Lofts
139 Riverview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beacon303 at Olde Towne Apartments 303 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | $1,050 | $1,463 | $1.78 | 2 (47) | 6 |
| 2 | The Quarters at Park View Apartments 1140 London Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | $1,293 | $1,508 | $2.12 | 3.7 (117) | 4 |
| 3 | Nav850 850 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA | $1,619 | $1,971 | $1.91 | 2.9 (197) | 4 |
| 4 | The Roebuck Lofts 519 Front St, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA | $2,005 | $2,005 | $2.80 | 4.2 (13) | 1 |
| 5 | Riverview Lofts 139 Riverview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA | $2,170 | $2,170 | $2.17 | 4 (35) | 1 |
Explore Each Property
Beacon303 at Olde Towne Apartments
2 (47)303 Effingham St, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
The Quarters at Park View Apartments
3.7 (117)1140 London Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
Nav850
2.9 (197)850 Crawford Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
The Roebuck Lofts
4.2 (13)519 Front St, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA
Riverview Lofts
4 (35)139 Riverview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA
Portsmouth, VA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Portsmouth, VA is $1,679 per month, based on 16 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,050 at Beacon303 at Olde Towne Apartments to $2,170 at Riverview Lofts.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,293/mo | $1,293/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $1,538/mo | $1,050/mo | 7 |
| 2 Bed | $1,837/mo | $1,375/mo | 7 |
| 3 Bed | $1,950/mo | $1,950/mo | 1 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Portsmouth, VA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$67,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,679/mo.
Comfortable income
$81,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,050/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Cost of living in Portsmouth, VA
We only have live rent data for Portsmouth, VA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,679 |
| Estimated total | $1,679/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Virginia
How Portsmouth, VA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Portsmouth, VA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | $2,348 | +40% | 89 |
| Arlington, VA | $3,112 | +85% | 18 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $2,101 | +25% | 15 |
| Norfolk, VA | $2,064 | +23% | 14 |
| Roanoke, VA | $1,522 | -9% | 11 |
| Richmond, VA | $2,003 | +19% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Portsmouth, VA?
The average rent in Portsmouth, VA is $1,679 per month, based on 16 units across 5 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Portsmouth, VA?
The lowest available rent in Portsmouth, VA starts at $1,050 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Portsmouth, VA?
1-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA average $1,538/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,050/mo across 7 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Portsmouth, VA?
2-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth, VA average $1,837/mo. Units start from $1,375/mo across 7 units currently listed.
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