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Portsmouth Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 12:50 AM

Portsmouth, VA
149 Apartments for Rent

Portsmouth Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 94,398
Population Density: 2,834.7 people/sq mile
Median Age: 36
Percentage of Family Households: 62%
Median Annual Income: $54,429 / year
Median Rent: $1,111 / month

What locals are saying

Portsmouth, Virginia is home to the largest naval shipyard in the world. Don't let the name confuse you, though. It's named after the neighboring city of Norfolk.

Portsmouth is a city that forms a piece of what seems like a seamless community surrounding the Chesapeake Bay

Portsmouth Demographics


How diverse is Portsmouth?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Portsmouth is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Portsmouth are Black Or African American (50.2%), White (35.2%), Two Or More (7.3%), Hispanic Or Latino (5.2%), Asian (1.9%), Other (0.2%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Portsmouth residents?

The median age in Portsmouth is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Portsmouth?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Portsmouth is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Portsmouth are Black Or African American (50.2%), White (35.2%), Two Or More (7.3%), Hispanic Or Latino (5.2%), Asian (1.9%), Other (0.2%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Portsmouth residents?

The median age in Portsmouth is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Portsmouth Crime


Overall Crime

High
Overall crime in Portsmouth is high in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

High
The level of violent crime in Portsmouth is high compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

High
The level of property crime in Portsmouth is high compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Portsmouth


Elementary Schools

6 /10
Churchland Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
834 Students
10 Reviews
834
Students
10 Reviews
5 /10
Churchland Primary & Intermediate School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
543 Students
3 Reviews
543
Students
3 Reviews
5 /10
Churchland Academy Elementary
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
684 Students
12 Reviews
684
Students
12 Reviews

Middle Schools

4 /10
Churchland Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
863 Students
25 Reviews
863
Students
25 Reviews
3 /10
Wm. E. Waters Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
543 Students
6 Reviews
543
Students
6 Reviews
2 /10
Cradock Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
503 Students
9 Reviews
503
Students
9 Reviews

High Schools

5 /10
Churchland High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,418 Students
13 Reviews
1,418
Students
13 Reviews
4 /10
Woodrow Wilson High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,393 Students
5 Reviews
1,393
Students
5 Reviews
3 /10
I.C. Norcom High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,092 Students
7 Reviews
1,092
Students
7 Reviews

What Renters Say about Portsmouth


Apartment List has released the results for Portsmouth from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
71%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
45%
Pet Friendliness
42%
Weather
38%
Social Life
33%
Affordability
29%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
23%
Commute Time
23%
Public Transit
17%
Safety and Crime Rate
17%
State and Local Taxes
17%
Quality of Schools
10%
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Average rent in Portsmouth, Virginia

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Portsmouth is $1,402, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,503. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in Portsmouth, VA


Searching for an apartment for rent in Portsmouth, VA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 149 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Portsmouth. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Portsmouth is $1,293 for a studio, $1,402 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,503 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Portsmouth apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Portsmouth, VA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, the average rent is $1,293 for a studio, $1,402 for a 1-bedroom, $1,503 for a 2-bedroom, and $1,742 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Portsmouth, check out our monthly Portsmouth Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Portsmouth?

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Portsmouth by using the cheap apartments filter.

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

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Portsmouth 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.

How can I find off-campus housing in Portsmouth?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Portsmouth. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Eastern Virginia Medical School, Tidewater Community College, Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, and Christopher Newport University.