Average Rent in Portsmouth, VA

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Current Versus Historical Portsmouth, VA Rents

Portsmouth rentals average $1,050 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,395 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,450, or roughly $1 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in May 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $349 (-96.41%) year-over-year from $362 to $13. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $154 (16.39%) year-over-year from $941 to $1,095. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $55 (-4.56%) year-over-year from $1,205 to $1,150. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $250 (15.15%) year-over-year from $1,650 to $1,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $140 (6.89%) year-over-year from $2,033 to $2,173. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 96.97% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.22% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.94% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.56% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.46% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
May 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $1.40 $1,095 $941 (16.39%) $1,048 (4.52%)
2 BR $1.42 $1,150 $1,205 (-4.56%) $1,092 (5.34%)
3 BR $1.49 $1,900 $1,650 (15.15%) $1,304 (45.69%)
4+ BR $1.09 $2,173 $2,033 (6.89%) $1,806 (20.30%)

Historical Rents in Portsmouth, VA

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Top Cities Near Portsmouth

There are a total of 2 cities nearby Portsmouth. The average rent in Portsmouth is currently $1,898 per month. Our records show that Norfolk, VA, with an average rent of $1,500, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Portsmouth, VA is Chesapeake, VA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,295 per month.

Let's compare Portsmouth, VA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 3.19% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Portsmouth, VA are about 21.01% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 10.54% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near Portsmouth, VA in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Norfolk, VA N/A $1,017 $1,300 $1,500
Chesapeake, VA N/A $1,150 $1,695 $2,295

Top Neighborhoods Near Portsmouth



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Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All

Top Counties Near Portsmouth

Some of these counties include Portsmouth, VA, Norfolk, VA, and Chesapeake, VA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,500. That's roughly around $1 per sqft. A total of 1 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Portsmouth, VA. It's average rent per month is $1,450. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,295, Chesapeake, VA is the most expensive county by Portsmouth, VA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Portsmouth, VA is on par with the other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Portsmouth, VA is 5.05% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Portsmouth, VA N/A $1,050 $1,238 $1,450
Norfolk, VA N/A $1,034 $1,300 $1,500
Chesapeake, VA N/A $1,150 $1,695 $2,295

Top Zipcodes Near Portsmouth

There is one zipcode in or near Portsmouth, VA. The average rent for this zipcode is $1,350.

The following chart includes the zipcode in or near Portsmouth, VA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
23503, Norfolk, VA N/A $1,050 $1,325 $1,350

Frequently Asked Questions - Portsmouth Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Portsmouth, VA?
The average monthly rental price for Portsmouth, VA apartments for rent is approximately $1,450. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Portsmouth, VA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Portsmouth, VA.
How much is a studio apartment in Portsmouth, VA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Portsmouth.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Portsmouth, VA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,050 and an average price per square feet of $1.40. There are a total of 12 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Portsmouth.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Portsmouth, VA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,238 and an average price per square feet of $1.42. There are a total of 26 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Portsmouth.
How have rent prices in Portsmouth, VA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Portsmouth, VA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.96%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Portsmouth, VA?
A reasonable rent price in Portsmouth, VA is around $1,160/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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