Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Jamaica Neighborhood of Jamaica, NY from $1,400 (29 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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88-15 144th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

88-15 144th St

88-15 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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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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Yorkside Towers I
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkside Towers I

90-05 161st 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

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. Parkhill City 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
Parkhill CityOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2,500
Ruby SquareStudioStudio,1BA$2,550
MODAStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$2,600
15002 Hillside Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Jamaica, NY

As of February 18, 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
MODAStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$5.09
15002 Hillside Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.74
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 Parkhill City.

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 $3,000 at 15002 Hillside Ave.

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 $4,100.

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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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