Portsmouth housing: the facts and the fix
Portsmouth needs more homes across incomes. This page shows the numbers, the policy path, and simple ways to help.
Portsmouth Housing by the Numbers
Homes needed by 2030
2,800 additional rental units, mostly affordable.
Homes in the pipeline
1,184 units planned or under review.
Share affordable in pipeline
37 % income-restricted or attainable units.
Median asking rent (YTD)
$ 2,376 per month across unit sizes.
City Master Plan Survey Open Now
Help shape Portsmouth’s future. The City’s Visioning Survey is live through October 30 2025.
What We Recommend
Five changes that will make housing in Portsmouth more attainable.
Accessory Dwelling Units
Small homes on existing lots help residents stay rooted.
Read more →Small Multi‑Family
Duplexes and four‑plexes fit quietly in neighborhoods.
Read more →Parking Reform
Right‑sized parking lowers costs and frees land for housing.
Read more →Faster Permitting
Simplified reviews get projects built sooner.
Read more →Income‑Restricted Homes
Secure affordability for working families long‑term.
Read more →Accessory Dwelling Units
Small homes on existing lots help residents stay rooted. Read more →