Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Jamaica Plain, MA from $1,300 (167 Rentals)

Nazing Court

Commonwealth Gardens
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66 S Huntington Ave, Unit 51-B4

1110 Commonwealth Ave

CHR Brookline - Coolidge Corner Communities
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Stony Brook Commons

1061 Beacon St, Unit 14A

69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301

69 S Huntington Ave, Unit 53-301
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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1683 Beacon St, Unit 1Gl

19 Washington St, Unit 512
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505 Beacon St

43 Glenville Ave, Unit 17

1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A

1126 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2A

389 Marlborough St, Unit D

30 S Huntington Ave, Unit 2
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886-896 Huntington Avenue
Jamaica Plain, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jamaica Plain?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jamaica Plain Studio Apartments | $2,536 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,762 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,382 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,263 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,213 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Jamaica Plain 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,992 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Jamaica Plain, MA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
73 / 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 Plain Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jamaica Plain?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jamaica Plain is under $1,775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jamaica Plain?
The cheapest apartment in Jamaica Plain is 35 @ EightSixty which is listed at $1,713, while the average apartment in Jamaica Plain costs $6,393.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jamaica Plain?
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 87 regular apartments in Jamaica Plain 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 Plain?
Cheap apartments in Jamaica Plain have an average cost of $772 which is $5,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jamaica Plain.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.