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property at 9947 3rd Ave

$1,800

Studio, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 1

9947 3rd Ave

BrooklynNY11209

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Jamaica, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Jamaica, NY

Pricing Updated: 01/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Jamaica, NY area range in price from $1,100 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $3,951. The three Jamaica neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Jamaica Hills at $1,500, South Ozone Park at $1,600, and Rochdale Village at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Jamaica Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Jamaica Hills$2,500$1,5004
South Ozone Park$3,500$1,60017
Rochdale Village$3,740$1,400101
Downtown Jamaica$3,750$1,65092
Jamaica Estates$3,750$1,5003
Holliswood$3,850$1,400105
Briarwood$3,900$1,65058
Rochdale$4,000$1,50073
South Jamaica$4,000$1,5009
Addisleigh Park$4,225$1,400106

Cheapest Available Jamaica Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jamaica, NY is a Studio unit found at 91-35 195th Street in the Jamaica Estates neighborhood priced from $1,400. 140 Van Siclen Ave in the East New York neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jamaica apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
91-35 195th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
140 Van Siclen Ave0Studio,1BA$1,500
Yorkside Towers IStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Fairfield At Far RockawayResidence J1BR,1BA$1,880
Fairfield Tudor At HewlettResidence 6AStudio,1BA$1,950
Fairfield Manor At DouglastonThe Murray Hill XVIStudio,1BA$1,995
South Grove Apartments1br1BR,1BA$2,000
11315 76th RdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jamaica, NY and Nearby

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jamaica area is the $0.20 price per square foot 6915 171st St Model at 6915 171st St, Unit Basement, 1 Bedroom in the in the Hill Crest neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Jamaica apartment is the 114 Pilgrim Pl Model at 114 Pilgrim Pl, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jamaica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6915 171st St, Unit Basement, 1 Bedroom6915 171st St1BR,1BA$0.20
114 Pilgrim Pl, Unit 2114 Pilgrim Pl3BR,1BA$2.33
1832 78th St, Unit 31832 78th St3BR,2BA$2.59
6825 7th Ave, Unit 26825 7th Ave3BR,1BA$2.64
Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park HouseResidence D52BR,1BA$2.47
13828 250th St, Unit 1fl13828 250th St2BR,1BA$2.50
Fairfield Tudor At HewlettOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
South Grove Apartments1br1BR,1BA$2.11
66-70 Tulip Avenue1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.65
140 Van Siclen Ave0Studio ,1BA$2.50

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamaica

What type of rentals are currently available in Jamaica?

There are currently 4523 Apartments for Rent in Jamaica, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,250. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jamaica ranging from $900 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Jamaica?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jamaica ranges from $900 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,835.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Jamaica?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Jamaica range from $2,200 to $5,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,290 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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