
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jamaica Central South Sumner Neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, MA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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Forbes Building

Perkins Square

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43 Iffley Rd, Unit 1

30 Dalrymple St

Furnished Bedroom with Private Bath in Jamaica Plain
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20 Kenton Rd

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6 St Mark St, Unit B

112 Amory St

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52 Boylston St

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34 Brookside Ave, Unit 1

20 Ashley St
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1 Belmore Terrace

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369 Centre St, Unit 2A

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369A Centre St, Unit #2

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26 Grovenor Rd

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Jamaica Central South Sumner, Jamaica Plain, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jamaica Central South Sumner?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica Central South Sumner Studio Apartments | $2,483 | $1,800 | $3,125 |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,727 | $920 | $3,666 |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $2,250 | $4,100 |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,706 | $3,000 | $6,950 |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,468 | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Jamaica Central South Sumner 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,597 | $5,550 | $7,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Jamaica Central South Sumner Neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, MA.
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Cheapest Available Jamaica Central South Sumner Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jamaica Central South Sumner area of Jamaica Plain, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Forbes Building priced from $2,400. 250 Centre has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Jamaica Central South Sumner apartments for rent in Jamaica Plain, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Building | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 250 Centre | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| A.O. Flats at Forest Hills | Studio - 120% AMI | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jamaica Central South Sumner, MA
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jamaica Central South Sumner area is the $0.29 price per square foot 4 Buckley Ave Model at 4 Buckley Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Jamaica Central neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Jamaica Central South Sumner apartment is the 8 Olmstead St Model at 8 Olmstead St, Unit #2 starting at $2,995 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Jamaica Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jamaica Central South Sumner apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Buckley Ave, Unit 3 | 4 Buckley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 8 Olmstead St, Unit #2 | 8 Olmstead St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 11 Chilcott Pl, Unit 2 | 11 Chilcott Pl | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 465 Arborway, Unit 13 | 465 Arborway | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 10 Buckley Ave, Unit 1 | 10 Buckley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 10 Buckley Ave, Unit 1T | 10 Buckley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 10 Buckley Ave, Unit #1 | 10 Buckley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 3243 Washington St, Unit #1 | 3243 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 234 South St, Unit 1 | 234 South St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 151 Forest Hills St, Unit 2 | 151 Forest Hills St | 3BR,1BA | $0.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jamaica Central South Sumner Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jamaica Central South Sumner?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jamaica Central South Sumner is under $2,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jamaica Central South Sumner?
The cheapest apartment in Jamaica Central South Sumner is Forbes Building which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Jamaica Central South Sumner costs $6,697.
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