
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jamestown, NY from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Ellicott Oaks Apartments

100 E 8th St

20 Mckinley Ave

27 Lakeview Ave

149-151 Superior St

1439 Trask Rd

128 Fairview Ave
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Charlestowne Apartments

307 E Sixth St

628 E Sixth St

167 Thayer St

78 Forest Ave

3355 N Main St

105 Francis St

1065-1065 1/2 N Main St
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310 Monroe St

William B. Anderson Tower

228 Baker St

50 Mckinley Ave

222 Mckinley Ave

174-176 Fairmount Ave

16 Blanchard

73 Grant St
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Silvertree Seniors Jamestown

BryerWood Apartments

Covenant Manor

Silvertree Seniors Jamestown

Cameo

101 Lakeview Ave

154-158 James Ave

Priscilla Apartments
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Parkview

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Euclid Gardens

Senior High Rise

Hotel Jamestown Building

Chadakoin Apartments

Connect55+ Lakewood Senior Living 55+

Falconer Village
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Chautauqua Shoreline Apartments

United Methodist Gardens
Jamestown, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jamestown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamestown Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Jamestown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $725 | $1,750 |
| Jamestown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $850 | $1,735 |
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Cheapest Available Jamestown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jamestown, NY is a Studio unit found at Wellman Building priced from $750. Ellicott Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jamestown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jamestown, NY and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jamestown area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Ellicott Oaks Apartments in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Jamestown apartment is the 1 Bedroom 2nd floor Model at Colonial Apartments starting at $850 with a $1.13 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jamestown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jamestown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jamestown Apartment is $850 at Colonial Apartments.
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