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Jamaica, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jamaica?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Jamaica Studio Apartments | $2,313 | $1,275 | $3,662 |
Cheap Jamaica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Jamaica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,383 | $1,920 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Jamaica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,585 | $1,100 | $8,884 |
Cheap Jamaica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,943 | $2,950 | $5,000 |
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Jamaica, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Jamaica, NY
Pricing Updated: 07/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Jamaica, NY area range in price from $1,275 to $8,884 with an overall median price of $4,579. The three Jamaica neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Richmond Hill at $3,000, JFK International Airport at $2,700, and Springfield Gardens at $2,700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Jamaica Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Richmond Hill | $3,200 | $3,000 | 3 |
JFK International Airport | $3,400 | $2,700 | 6 |
Springfield Gardens | $3,450 | $2,700 | 5 |
Downtown Jamaica | $3,678 | $1,900 | 31 |
Jamaica Hills | $3,700 | $2,355 | 5 |
St Albans | $3,705 | $1,800 | 11 |
Rochdale | $3,999 | $1,275 | 21 |
Rochdale Village | $3,999 | $1,275 | 45 |
South Jamaica | $3,999 | $2,800 | 2 |
South Ozone Park | $3,999 | $2,200 | 11 |
Cheapest Available Jamaica Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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South Grove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jamaica, NY
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jamaica area is the $0.55 price per square foot 542 Van Siclen Ave Model at 542 Van Siclen Ave, Unit 2R in the in the East New York neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Jamaica apartment is the 13551 223rd St Model at 13551 223rd St, Unit #2 starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Rochdale neighborhood. 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. |
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542 Van Siclen Ave, Unit 2R | 542 Van Siclen Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
13551 223rd St, Unit #2 | 13551 223rd St | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
94 Emporia Ave, Unit 2ndfloor | 94 Emporia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.94 |
12912 Kew Gardens Rd, Unit #3 | 12912 Kew Gardens Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
664 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 3 | 664 Pennsylvania Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.73 |
8802 Fort Hamilton Pky, Unit 3G | 8802 Fort Hamilton Pky | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
6446 84th Pl, Unit 2nd Floor | 6446 84th Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
722 New Jersey Ave, Unit 722 | 722 New Jersey Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
11579 219th St, Unit 1L | 11579 219th St | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
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Jamaica Overview
Jamaica is a neighborhood in Queen's County, in New York City. With a population of over 140,000, it has an urban feel and many options to rent Jamaica apartments. It's a liberal feeling community and a good place for families with above-average public schools. There's also a vibrant night-life and many restaurants and coffee shops. Plus, there are beautiful parks to get out and explore. And you'll have convenient public transportation close to apartments in Jamaica, NY.
Why live in Jamaica, NY?
If you're looking for a diverse community with delicious food, a variety of events, arts, and culture in Queens, Jamaica, NY has so much to offer. It's an excellent place for young families, with highly-rated public schools and there's also convenient public transportation, so you only have to drive if you want to.
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Getting Around Jamaica, NY
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
87 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jamaica Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jamaica?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jamaica is under $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jamaica?
The cheapest apartment in Jamaica is Fairfield At Far Rockaway which is listed at $1,880, while the average apartment in Jamaica costs $4,579.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jamaica?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Jamaica that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Jamaica?
Cheap apartments in Jamaica have an average cost of $137 which is $4,442 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jamaica.
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