
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Jay, ME from $700 (25 Rentals)
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Mountain View Apartments

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Edgewater Village

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41 Knapp St

38 Crash Rd

12 Oak St
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Appleton Apartments

3 King Ct

Summerhaven Apartments

Lombard Estate

256 Main St

61 Mercer Rd
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95-99 Maine Ave

37 Main St

60 Spring St

347 Ridge Road

6-8 Union St

35 Summer St
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62 Howard St

23 Clinton Ave

Riverview - Maine

1635 Lewiston Rd

115 Albion Rd

102 Knox St
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74 Front St
Jay, ME Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Studio Apartments | $1,645 | $700 | $2,165 |
| Jay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $850 | $2,750 |
| Jay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $1,025 | $3,200 |
| Jay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $1,750 | $3,585 |
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Cheapest Available Jay Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jay, ME is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Apartments priced from $850. Edgewater Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $851. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jay apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Edgewater Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Appleton Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 23 Clinton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Summerhaven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jay, ME and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jay area is the $1.96 price per square foot Flats 2 Bedrooms Model at The Flats @ 554 in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Jay apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Stable Ridge Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $1.91 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats @ 554 | Flats 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Stable Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Lombard Estate | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 104 Main Street, Unit Apt #1 | 104 Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Atlantic Townhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Haven West | HW-A1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Mount Auburn Apartments | One Bedroom-AAN | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 23 Clinton Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Summerhaven Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jay is at Appleton Apartments listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jay Apartment is $850 at Mountain View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jay is starting from $1,025 at Mountain View Apartments.
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