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153-30 89th Ave,
Jamaica, NY 11432
1-2 Beds | $2,745 - $3,245
Rental Market Trends in Jamaica, NY
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Jamaica, NY is $2,226/month.
Rent in Jamaica is 34% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,226/month
Average Rent
551 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.7%
Change / Year
544
Available Apartments
Jamaica rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Jamaica average $1,763 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Jamaica average $2,226 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Jamaica average $2,731 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Jamaica average $3,405 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Jamaica, NY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.7%, which averages out to $16 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Jamaica, NY
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
6%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
42%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
51%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jamaica?
Based on current rent prices, Jamaica and Downtown Jamaica" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jamaica.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jamaica?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Jamaica and Jamaica" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jamaica.
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Which Jamaica neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Jamaica with the most apartments available are Downtown Jamaica and Jamaica" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Jamaica, NY?
Because the average rent in Jamaica is $2,226, you’ll want to make about $7,420 per month or $89,040 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Jamaica, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Jamaica, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$1,566/month
$1,954/month
One Bedroom
$1,908/month
$2,425/month
Two Bedroom
$2,575/month
$2,975/month
Three Bedroom
$2,360/month
$3,568/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Jamaica?
The average rent in Jamaica is $2,226 per month, which is 33.7% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Jamaica?
The average rent for a house in Jamaica, NY is $4,040 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Jamaica?
The average rent for a townhome in Jamaica, NY is $3,061 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Jamaica?
The average rent for a condo in Jamaica, NY is $2,606 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Jamaica?
Rents in Jamaica, NY are increasing, with prices up 0.7% year-over-year and $16 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Jamaica?
In Jamaica, NY, 51% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.