Cheap Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ from $890 (72 Rentals)

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property at 661 Catherine St
$1,800 - $2,700
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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661 Catherine St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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property at 156A Lewis St
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300
Total Monthly Price$2,300
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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156A Lewis St

Perth AmboyNJ08861
property at 364 Market St
$2,300 - $2,350
3 Bedroom Rentals
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364 Market St

Perth AmboyNJ08861
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Marineview East & West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marineview East & West

57 Water StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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390 State St
Studio Apartments

390 State St

390 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

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Harbortown Ports
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbortown Ports

637 Harbortown BlvdPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
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property at 187 Main St
$1,850 - $2,800
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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187 Main St

Woodbridge TownshipNJ07095

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property at 653 Amboy Ave
$2,250

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Base Rent$2,250
Total Monthly Price$2,250
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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653 Amboy Ave

EdisonNJ08837
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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 09/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $890 to $4,875 with an overall median price of $2,524. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Perth Amboy at $2,297, Prince's Bay at $2,452, and State Street at $2,500. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Perth Amboy Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southwest Perth Amboy$2,297$89031
Prince's Bay$2,452$890103
State Street$2,500$89037
Tottenville$2,500$89038
Downtown Perth Amboy$2,575$89037
Chickentown$2,577$1,50029
Spa Springs$2,585$1,65827
Hall Avenue$2,595$89037
Harbortown$2,595$89036
The Waterfront$2,597$89034

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Market Living in the State Street neighborhood priced from $1,575. Harbor Terrace Apartments in the Amboy Avenue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio, 1BA$1,575
Harbor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$1,575
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom A1BR, 1BA$1,670
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level1BR, 1BA$1,685
Hillside GardensFREE MONTH SPECIAL! 1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR, 1BA$1,754
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury with Large Kitchen1BR, 1BA$1,820
Florida Grove Manor1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,845
Woodbridge Apartments1 Bed1BR, 1BA$1,900
Parkside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,970
Crossroads GardensOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $1.71 price per square foot Brunswick (BL) Model at Camelot at Federal Hill in the Chickentown neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Barron's Gate At Woodbridge in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting at $2,600 with a $1.95 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Perth Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Camelot at Federal HillBrunswick (BL)2BR, 2BA$1.71
Barron's Gate At Woodbridge2BR/2.0BA2BR, 2BA$1.95
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR, 2.5BA$2.28
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom B1 with Den2BR, 2.5BA$2.32
The AXIS at South Amboy on Bordentown Ave.F2BR, 2BA$2.65
METRO WOODBRIDGE, LLCMetro Woodbridge - Your key to living in style!2BR, 2BA$2.62
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR, 1.5BA$2.46
Marineview Apartments2 BR2BR, 1BA$2.19
Woodbridge Center Plaza1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$2.65
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom- FULLY RENTED1BR, 1BA$2.66

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Perth Amboy Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Perth Amboy?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Perth Amboy is at Market Living listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,670 at Convery Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Perth Amboy is starting from $1,995 at State Fayette Gardens.

What is the most affordable Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $3,025.

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