How much is rent in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, the average rent is + for a studio, + for a 1-bedroom, + for a 2-bedroom, and $1,200+ for a 3-bedroom.* *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Portsmouth?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Portsmouth?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Portsmouth.

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Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, OH

3 rentals available

Three Bedroom Home
$900
5410 Winchester Avenue, Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 981-2561
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup
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1921 18th Street
$1,650
1921 18th Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662
(626) 399-6736
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Extra storage, Microwave + more
Recently updated units
Close to Schools and Shopping
$900
4220 Sterling Avenue, Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 981-0007
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Carport, and Range
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Find an apartment for rent in Portsmouth, OH

Searching for an apartment for rent in Portsmouth, OH? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 3 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Portsmouth. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

There are a few words that come to mind when one thinks of Portsmouth, Ohio. Decline is one of them. Beautiful is thankfully another. It’s an odd yin and yang dynamic around here, so let’s see if we can break it down.

First off, Portsmouth is beautiful! Located on the banks of the Ohio River in the foothills of Appalachian Mountains, this is one of the few places that you’ll find such elevation in Ohio. The nearby Shawnee State Forest has 8,000 acres of outdoor recreation opportunity. Also, the cost of living in Portsmouth is crazy low, so you’ll be able to find tons of cheap apartments!

Now, the bad. Crime rates in Portsmouth are abysmal. This is caused by a lot of things — corruption, high instances of poverty and unemployment, and oh yeah, the insane prescription drug trade and addiction rates in Portsmouth. Since the 2011 Ohio legislation that started regulating the number of Portsmouth pain clinics (also known as “pill mills”), “hillbilly heroin” abuse has been on the decline. Thank goodness for that!

As you start your apartment search, you’re going to need to be very selective. Many of the city’s apartment rentals are notorious pits of drug use and crime. A good rule of thumb is to steer clear of any large, urban complex. Instead, focus your search on the outlying suburban and rural areas or in the city’s many affordable rental homes. This will keep you out of areas with a high concentration of crime.

Within Portsmouth proper, you’ll find some of the best housing to the north of the city center around the Southern Ohio Medical Center. There are great, affordable rental homes in semi-safe neighborhoods. Two bedrooms here range from $500 to $650. You can also find some decent apartments south of the city center, around Shawnee State University. There are occasional studio apartments around here and you can frequently negotiate a short-term lease. Two bedrooms here range from $450 to $600.

With the exception of those two areas, you’re going to want to seek out apartments far north of urban Portsmouth. Rosemount, located in the northern hills, is a highly desirable and safe area. Two bedrooms here range from $500 to $700.

Portsmouth pet friendly rentals can be a bit challenging to find, so if you’re relocating with a dog, allow yourself plenty of time to find a good home.

In any case, welcome to Portsmouth! Stay safe out there!

Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, OH

Three Bedroom Home

1921 18th Street

Close to Schools and Shopping

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