
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jamaica, IA from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Adel Village Apartments

SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS

Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing

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Linden Station Apartments

Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments

Windfield West

Fireside at Waukee

Country Court Apartments - Waukee
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SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS

The Commons at Greenway Park

William Pointe by Kading

Kate's Landing

The Pitch

West Light

Brick Towne at Waukee Central

Walnut Lake Apartments

Anna's Grove by Kading
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Twin Eagles East

Prairie Place

The Summit at Heritage Apartments

Prairie Grass at Waukee

Cedar Pointe

11Fifty on Olson

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Alice Patricia

Cedar Crossing 2
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2902 Iowa St

415 Boone St

505 1/2 11th St

The Briza

Granger Lofts

800 State Street

265 5th St

2709 1st Ave

523 S 11th St
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1335 SE Florence Dr

1526 Rapids St
Jamaica, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jamaica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $800 | $1,741 |
| Jamaica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $760 | $2,534 |
| Jamaica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $855 | $2,491 |
| Jamaica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $920 | $2,754 |
| Jamaica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,325 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Jamaica Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jamaica, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Briza priced from $647. Boone Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jamaica apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $647 |
| Boone Park Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Granger Lofts | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| SUGAR CREEK APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing | Micro | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Linden Station Apartments | 1 Bed Apartment 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Adel Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| 800 State Street | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Fireside at Waukee | Ash | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jamaica, IA and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jamaica area is the $1.10 price per square foot B2 - Barbados Model at Sunrise Meadows in the in the Glynn Village neighborhood starting from $1,121. The second greatest value Jamaica apartment is the Villa Model at Anna's Grove by Kading starting at $975 with a $0.97 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jamaica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Meadows | B2 - Barbados | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Anna's Grove by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| William Pointe by Kading | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Cedar Pointe | Villa | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Windfield West | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Kate's Landing | Cottage - 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| SUNDANCE BOONE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 800 State Street | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Briza | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jamaica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jamaica?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jamaica is at Brick Towne at Prairie Crossing listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jamaica Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jamaica Apartment is $647 at The Briza.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jamaica Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jamaica is starting from $855 at Sunrise Valley Trails Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William Pointe by Kading and starts from $920.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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