1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ (106 Rentals)

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667 Charles St
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667 Charles St

667 Charles StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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644 Colgate Ave
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644 Colgate Ave

644 Colgate AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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729 Cortlandt St
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729 Cortlandt St

729 Cortlandt StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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314-320 Watson Ave
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314-320 Watson Ave

314-320 Watson AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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910 Amboy Ave
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910 Amboy Ave

910 Amboy AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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438 Convery Blvd
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438 Convery Blvd

438 Convery BlvdPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

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485-489 Fayette St
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485-489 Fayette St

485-489 Fayette StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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475 State St
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475 State St

475 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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98 State St
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98 State St

98 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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422 Smith St
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422 Smith St

422 Smith StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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213 State St
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213 State St

213 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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393 Division St
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393 Division St

393 Division StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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200 Grant St
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200 Grant St

200 Grant StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

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700 Cortlandt St
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700 Cortlandt St

700 Cortlandt StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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99 Brighton Ave
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99 Brighton Ave

99 Brighton AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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118 State St
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118 State St

118 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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374-380 Oak St
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374-380 Oak St

374-380 Oak StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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388 Smith St
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388 Smith St

388 Smith StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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97-99 Dekalb Ave
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97-99 Dekalb Ave

97-99 Dekalb AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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636 Colgate Ave
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636 Colgate Ave

636 Colgate AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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419 High St
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419 High St

419 High StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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240 Hall Ave
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240 Hall Ave

240 Hall AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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195 Gordon St
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195 Gordon St

195 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

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358 Rector St
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358 Rector St

358 Rector StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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216 Hall Ave
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216 Hall Ave

216 Hall AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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Cortlandt Apartments
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Cortlandt Apartments

698 Cortlandt StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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Willow Pond Village
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Willow Pond Village

601 Chamberlain AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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Birchwood at Perth Amboy
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Birchwood at Perth Amboy

618 New Brunswick AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

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Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 20, 2025

There are currently 166 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Perth Amboy, NJ that range in price from $1,062 to $2,698. Prince's Bay, Southwest Perth Amboy and Downtown Perth Amboy are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Perth Amboy with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Prince's Bay51$2,250$1,062
Southwest Perth Amboy15$1,933$1,062
Downtown Perth Amboy12$1,900$1,062
State Street12$1,897$1,062
The Waterfront12$1,900$1,062
Tottenville12$1,897$1,062
Amboy Avenue11$1,933$1,062
Hall Avenue11$1,933$1,062
Harbortown11$1,933$1,062
Chickentown10$2,005$1,830

Largest Available Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Perth Amboy, NJ is found at Hillside Gardens in the Fords neighborhood and is 1,500 square feet priced from $2,100. Autumn Hills has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,240 square feet and currently listed start at $2,425. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Perth Amboy:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Hillside Gardens1BR+Rec w/ WD1,500 Sq Ft$2,100
Autumn HillsParkview1,240 Sq Ft$2,425
The RayeAD221,099 Sq Ft$3,450
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath973 Sq Ft$2,300
Luxe ApartmentsDiamond plus914 Sq Ft$2,225
Woodbridge Hills - 55+$2.26/sq.ft. - The Piedmont900 Sq Ft$1,899
Station BayA17-a896 Sq Ft$2,205

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Perth Amboy, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Luxury Model starting from $1,705 at Woodbridge Terrace in the Fords neighborhood. The second most affordable Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom C Model at Convery Gardens starting at $1,770 in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Perth Amboy is currently $2,425. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Perth Amboy:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury$1,705
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom C$1,770
Marineview Apartments1 BR$1,780
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom B$1,825
Hillside Gardens1BR 1st Floor with Carpet Front$1,830
Florida Grove Manor1 Bedroom$1,830
Crossroads GardensOne Bedroom$1,865
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated$1,875
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level$1,895

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Perth Amboy Overview

Affectionately referred to as the 'City By The Bay', Perth Amboy is located in the heart of New Jersey but still considered by many to be a part of the New York metropolitan area. Offering easy access to the nearby Big Apple and plenty of hometown charm all its own, this on-the-go city is a fantastic place to live, work and play for anyone interested in a new home in the Garden State.

Why live in Perth Amboy, NJ?

Flanked by Victorian-inspired architecture and more than its fair share of waterway scenery, life in Perth Amboy is some of New Jersey living at its finest. An ideal locale for those eager to commute to the larger job market of NYC, this bustling yet quaint city is an ideal melding of smaller town ambiance and working-class character. From the yachts of the harbor to the retail shops of midtown, Perth Amboy apartments are truly something to strive for.

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Getting Around Perth Amboy, NJ

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Perth Amboy with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Perth Amboy is at Woodbridge Terrace listed at $1,705.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Perth Amboy is $2,425.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Perth Amboy is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at Hillside Gardens.

What is the average size for Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Perth Amboy is currently 0 sq ft.

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