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810 E 21st St

35 West University

1404 E Lake Rd

116 S 2nd St
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626 E 23rd St

609 Grove City Rd

26-28 Orchard St

233 N Ridge St

38 Prospect Ave
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143 Dakota Ln

615 Bigler Ave

718 Hannah St

44 E Main St

3704 E Lake Rd
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614 E 22nd St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in James City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| James City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $940 | $700 | $1,200 |
| James City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,540 | $800 | $3,250 |
| James City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,234 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available James City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in James City, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagle Park Apartments – Clarion's Premier Student & Professional Housing priced from $510. Park Place Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable James City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Park Apartments – Clarion's Premier Student & Professional Housing | Limestone | 1BR,1BA | $510 |
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| Drake Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $680 |
| Oak Hill Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $686 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in James City, PA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the James City area is the $0.81 price per square foot Two Bedroom + Den Model at Wolf Run in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value James City apartment is the The Nittany Model at Hudson Lofts starting at $1,055 with a $0.77 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for James City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Run | Two Bedroom + Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.81 |
| Hudson Lofts | The Nittany | 4BR,4BA | $0.77 |
| Granite Ridge Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhome - B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Ridgewood Greene | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Arneman Place | 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| University Hill Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in James City?
There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in James City, PA with pricing that ranges from $510 to $2,412. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in James City ranging from $650 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in James City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in James City ranges from $650 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,296.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in James City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in James City range from $549 to $2,412, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.
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