
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jamaica Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY from $1,300 (52 Rentals)
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ParkHill City

170-10 Cedarcroft Rd

164-30 Hillside Ave

82-30 Hoover Ave

88-09 148th St

164-03 89th Ave

162-20 89th Ave

15001 88th Ave

Alsop Court
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89-15 144th St

88-15 144th St

8921 153rd St

Kings Park 148

Lovag Hall

Hudson House

Americana Tower

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87-87 171st St

Briar Wyck

90-36 149th St

90-10 149th St

Hillside Place

Park Haven

Hillside Gardens

The Regency

14136 84th Rd

Elmbr Court
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The Dorset

84-14 143rd St

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Belair Park

Briarwood Terrace

Hillside Tower

One Archer

Alvista Rise

87-84 165th St

Lakewood Ave
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85-15 151st St

87-20-87175 175th St

89-15 Parsons Blvd

85-32 131st St

138-15 82nd Dr

The Plaza

164-20 Highland Ave

143-25 84th Dr

84-02 143rd St

224-24 Union Tpke
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Downtown Jamaica, Jamaica, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Jamaica?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Jamaica Studio Apartments | $2,325 | $1,900 | $2,950 |
| Downtown Jamaica 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $2,011 | $3,872 |
| Downtown Jamaica 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,365 | $2,750 | $4,290 |
| Downtown Jamaica 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,420 | $2,600 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Jamaica 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,077 | $4,077 | $4,077 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Jamaica Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Jamaica Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Jamaica area of Jamaica, NY is a Studio unit found at ParkHill City priced from $2,250. 89-61 162nd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jamaica apartments for rent in Jamaica, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ParkHill City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| 89-61 162nd St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Parkhill City | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| MODA | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
| Ruby Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| The Italic Apartments | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $4,753 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jamaica, NY
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jamaica area is the $2.68 price per square foot 10528 Van Wyck Expy Model at 10528 Van Wyck Expy, Unit 1st Floor/Lower Level in the in the Rochdale neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Jamaica apartment is the 87-03 Kingston Pl Model at 87-03 Kingston Pl, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $3,100 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Hill Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Jamaica apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10528 Van Wyck Expy, Unit 1st Floor/Lower Level | 10528 Van Wyck Expy | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 87-03 Kingston Pl, Unit 2nd Floor | 87-03 Kingston Pl | 3BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Ruby Square | 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $4.43 |
| MODA | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| The Italic Apartments | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $7.32 |
| Parkhill City | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| ParkHill City | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Jamaica Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Jamaica?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Jamaica is at ParkHill City listed at $2,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jamaica Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jamaica Apartment is $2,350 at 89-61 162nd St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Jamaica Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Jamaica is starting from $2,950 at 89-61 162nd St.
What is the most affordable Downtown Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 89-61 162nd St and starts from $3,200.
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