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Jamestown, NY

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Delight in rural and urban amenities

Riverside Scenic Up-and-Coming Affordable Welcoming Historic Artistic

Situated in western New York between Lake Erie and Allegany State Park, Jamestown combines the best of rural and urban living in a small-town atmosphere. In Jamestown, residents can go kayaking on Chautauqua Lake and catch a live performance at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts.

Best known as Lucille Ball’s hometown, Jamestown honors her memory with the nostalgic Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and the annual Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. A number of cultural events draw the community together in Jamestown, including the Yassou Festival, BANFF Mountain Film Festival, and the Downtown Jamestown Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration. Several ski resorts and nature preserves provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation in Jamestown as well.

Destinations like Buffalo, Toronto, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Rochester are all within a three-hour drive of Jamestown. Convenience to I-86 makes getting around from Jamestown simple.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Jamestown, NY is $561 for a studio, $596 for one bedroom, $736 for two bedrooms, and $394 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jamestown has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$596/month
486 Sq Ft
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Transportation

55

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Southwestern Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

583 Students

5
out of 10

Persell Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

417 Students

5
out of 10

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

406 Students

5
out of 10

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

377 Students

5
out of 10

George Washington Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

469 Students

4
out of 10

Persell Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

417 Students

5
out of 10

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

406 Students

5
out of 10

Southwestern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

307 Students

5
out of 10

George Washington Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

469 Students

4
out of 10

Southwestern Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

429 Students

7
out of 10

Jamestown High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,315 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History
  • Jamestown Audubon Nature Center
  • Harris Hill State Forest
  • Hatch Creek State Forest

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