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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portsmouth, NH

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  • Apartments Under $2,000

  • Apartments Under $2,000

  • New Units Available 9 units available
    Studio $1,800
    1 bd $2,200
    2 bd $2,400+
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    Madison Street Residences

    4.0 (13)
    184, 186 & 188 Madison Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
    Apply online • Air conditioner
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    2 bd $1,811
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    Tara Meadows

    4.0 (34)
    14 Tri-City Road, Somersworth, NH 03878
    Apply online • Pool • Patio/Balcony

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  • New Units Available Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,850
    1 bd $1,950+
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    Rockland Residences

    4.5 (1)
    263 Rockland Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
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    Income restricted
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    The Squamscott Block

    5.0 (2)
    130 Water Street, Exeter, NH 03833
    Pet friendly • Parking
  • 2-2-city

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth, NH?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,800 and $2,600.

How many cheap rentals are available in Portsmouth, NH on RentCafe?

There are 12 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Portsmouth, NH were last updated on 2 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Portsmouth, NH?

The average Portsmouth, NH cheap apartment size is 596 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Portsmouth, NH?

Cheap apartments in Portsmouth, NH are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Portsmouth, NH?

A cheap apartment in Portsmouth, NH offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Portsmouth, NH? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Portsmouth, NH has never been easier. We feature 14 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Portsmouth, NH average. What is a cheap rent in Portsmouth, NH? The average apartment rent in Portsmouth is $2,420 per month so any rental south of $1,936 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Portsmouth, NH rents go as low as $1,800/mo.