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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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property at 660 Charles St

$2,200

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$2,200
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660 Charles St, Unit 2, Unit 2

660 Charles St
Perth AmboyNJ08861
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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 1012 Main St

$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1012 Main St

FordsNJ08863

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Barron's Gate
2 Bedroom Apartments

Barron's Gate

609 Duke DrWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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77 Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Brook St

77 Brook StWoodbridge, NJ 07095

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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 05/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $890 to $4,535 with an overall median price of $3,253. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Perth Amboy at $890, Spa Springs at $1,650, and Chickentown at $1,700. 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$2,850$89035
Spa Springs$2,911$1,65020
Chickentown$3,150$1,70026
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,320$89044
Prince's Bay$3,320$890133
Amboy Avenue$3,360$89046
State Street$3,360$89044
The Waterfront$3,360$89042
Tottenville$3,360$89043
Hall Avenue$3,400$89041

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Marineview Apartments in the State Street neighborhood priced from $1,695. State Fayette Gardens in the Chickentown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marineview Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,695
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level1BR,1BA$1,700
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,715
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury1BR,1BA$1,820
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,825
Woodbridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,850
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,875
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom NEW RENOVATION- Available 04/24/261BR,1BA$1,895
Parkside Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.29 price per square foot Townhouse w Garage Model at Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the 359 Henry St Model at 359 Henry St, Unit 1 starting at $2,850 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Madison Park neighborhood. 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.
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge TownshipTownhouse w Garage2BR,2.5BA$2.29
359 Henry St, Unit 1359 Henry St3BR,1BA$2.19
184 William St, Unit 2nd Floor184 William St3BR,1BA$2.24
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.20
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom B1 with Den2BR,2.5BA$2.39
831 King Georges Rd831 King Georges Rd1BR,1BA$2.17
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.32
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.21
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.42
64 Craig Ave, Unit side Apt64 Craig Ave1BR,1BA$2.33

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Station Bay listed at $2,135.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,695 at Marineview Apartments.

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 $1,976 at Dalina Manor - 55+ Community.

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 $2,695.

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