Jamestown is located in the western point of New York near the Pennsylvania border in Chautauqua County. Jamestown is actually on the shores of Chautauqua Lake and is a short drive from Lake Erie. Folks in Jamestown enjoy the close location to Canada, Pennsylvania, and Buffalo, NY. Jamestown has some deep historic roots in American culture, and many historic buildings still stand in the downtown area of the city. The rental housing facilities are middle class, and many find a unique house for rent in a fantastic neighborhood. Those that like this area tend to first price Buffalo townhouse rentals which are nice as well.