Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jamaica Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY from $1,400 (48 Rentals)

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164-30 Hillside Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

164-30 Hillside Ave

164-30 Hillside AveJamaica, NY 11432
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88-09 148th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

88-09 148th St

88-09 148th StJamaica, NY 11435
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164-03 89th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

164-03 89th Ave

164-03 89th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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162-20 89th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

162-20 89th Ave

162-20 89th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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15001 88th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15001 88th Ave

15001 88th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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Alsop Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alsop Court

88-18 150th StJamaica, NY 11432
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166-05 88th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

166-05 88th Ave

166-05 88th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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89-15 144th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

89-15 144th St

89-15 144th StJamaica, NY 11435
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8921 153rd St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8921 153rd St

8921 153rd StJamaica, NY 11432
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Kings Park 148
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Park 148

148-48 88th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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Lovag Hall
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lovag Hall

88-22 Parsons BlvdJamaica, NY 11432
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Hudson House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson House

166-33 89th AveJamaica, NY 11432
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Americana Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Americana Tower

88-05 Merrick BlvdJamaica, NY 11432
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88-15 144th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

88-15 144th St

88-15 144th StJamaica, NY 11435
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90-36 149th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

90-36 149th St

90-36 149th StJamaica, NY 11435
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90-10 149th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

90-10 149th St

90-10 149th StJamaica, NY 11435
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Hillside Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Place

8750 167th StJamaica, NY 11432
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Park Haven
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Haven

88-25 153rd StJamaica, NY 11432
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Hillside Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Gardens

148-14 90th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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The Regency
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Regency

84-14 143rd StJamaica, NY 11435
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Elmbr Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elmbr Court

88-06 Parsons BlvdJamaica, NY 11432
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84-14 143rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

84-14 143rd St

8414 143rd StJamaica, NY 11435
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Belair Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Belair Park

88-25 148th StJamaica, NY 11435
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Hillside Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Tower

14735 95th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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One Archer
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

One Archer

92-27 160th StJamaica, NY 11433
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Alvista Rise
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alvista Rise

147-25 94th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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87-84 165th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

87-84 165th St

87-84 165th StJamaica, NY 11432
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Lakewood Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Ave

146-42 Lakewood AveJamaica, NY 11435
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Parkside Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Manor

14833 90th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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Jamaica Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jamaica Crossing

14740 Archer AveJamaica, NY 11435
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Archer House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Archer House

148-37 88th AveJamaica, NY 11435
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Yorkside Towers II
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkside Towers II

89-44 162nd StJamaica, NY 11432
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Hillside Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Park

88-15 168th StJamaica, NY 11432
property at 140-17 84th Dr

$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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140-17 84th Dr

QueensNY11435

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$2,595

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$2,595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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84-14 143rd St, Unit 2E, Unit 2E

84-14 143rd St
QueensNY11435

Downtown Jamaica, Jamaica, NY Local Guide

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 $2,300. Yorkside Towers II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Jamaica apartments for rent in Jamaica, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ParkHill CityStudioStudio,1BA$2,300
Yorkside Towers IIModel 1A1BR,1BA$2,500
Parkhill CityOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2,500
Ruby SquareStudioStudio,1BA$2,550
MODAStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$2,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jamaica, NY

As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Jamaica area is the $4.67 price per square foot Studio Model at Parkhill City in the in the Pomonok neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Jamaica apartment is the Studio Model at ParkHill City starting at $2,300 with a $4.18 price per square foot in the Pomonok neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Jamaica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkhill CityStudioStudio ,1BA$4.67
ParkHill CityStudioStudio ,1BA$4.18
13987 86th Ave, Unit 313987 86th AveStudio ,1BA$3.60
MODAStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$5.45
Ruby SquareStudioStudio ,1BA$6.38

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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 $2,300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jamaica Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Jamaica Apartment is $2,500 at Yorkside Towers II.

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 $3,100 at ParkHill City.

What is the most affordable Downtown Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Jamaica Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ParkHill City and starts from $4,500.

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