MODA
153-30 89th Ave,
Jamaica, NY 11432
1-2 Beds | $2,710 - $3,522
Rental Market Trends in Jamaica, NY
What is the average rent in Jamaica, NY?
$2,072/month
Average Rent
543 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+1%
Increase in the Last Year
As of January 2025, the average rent in Jamaica, NY is $2,072 per month. This is 34% higher than the national average rent price of $1,552/month, making Jamaica one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Jamaica, you can expect to pay about $1,656 per month for a studio, $2,072 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,574 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,360 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Jamaica, NY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $21 more per month.
Rent Ranges in Jamaica, NY
Last Updated January 2025
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
7%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
46%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
45%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jamaica?
Based on current rent prices, Jamaica Estates, Hillcrest and South Jamaica are the most affordable neighborhoods in Jamaica.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Jamaica?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Jamaica, Jamaica Hills and South 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, South Jamaica and Hillcrest .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Jamaica, NY?
Because the average rent in Jamaica is $2,072, you’ll want to make about $6,906 per month or $82,872 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
$1,448/month
$1,769/month
One Bedroom
$1,965/month
$2,235/month
Two Bedroom
$2,531/month
$2,793/month
Three Bedroom
$2,793/month
$3,620/month
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Methodology
† 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.