Jamaica Central-South Sumner

Jamaica Plain, MA

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Jamaica Central-South Sumner - Jamaica Plain, MA

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A wooded neighborhood featuring lush community parks

Scenic University Great Schools Public Transportation

Jamaica Central-South Sumner is a section of Jamaica Plain spanning north of Arborway Road. The verdant area is made up of good schools, peaceful communities, scenic views, and easy access to surrounding cities, including Boston. Boston's excellent mass transit system, which includes buses, subways, and light rail, serves this neighborhood. The southern portion of the neighborhood partially encompasses Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University while the western side features Willow Pond Meadow as well as the Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. A variety of shopping and dining choices are located along Centre Street. The rest of the neighborhood is filled with residential homes complemented by lush greenery.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Jamaica Central-South Sumner is $2,114 for a studio, $2,488 for one bedroom, $3,068 for two bedrooms, and $3,705 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jamaica Central-South Sumner has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 524 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,114/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 730 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,488/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 991 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,068/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,276 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,705/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

88

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

75

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

93

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University
  • Lower Neponset River Trail
  • Franklin Park Zoo
  • Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
  • Roxbury Heritage State Park

Airports

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

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