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property at 559 Groom St

$2,100

2 Bedroom Rentals

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559 Groom 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
property at 217 Smith St

$1,750 - $2,000

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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217 Smith St

Perth AmboyNJ08861
property at 660 Charles St

$2,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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660 Charles St, 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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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $1,750 to $8,900 with an overall median price of $3,418. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Prince's Bay at $1,800, Amboy Avenue at $1,750, and Chickentown at $1,750. 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
Prince's Bay$2,000$1,8003
Amboy Avenue$3,275$1,7507
Chickentown$3,500$1,7505
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,500$1,7509
Southwest Perth Amboy$3,500$1,7508
State Street$3,500$1,7509
The Waterfront$3,500$1,7507
Hall Avenue$3,537$1,7508
Harbortown$3,537$1,7508
Tottenville$3,650$1,75012

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodbridge Terrace in the Fords neighborhood priced from $1,675. Convery Gardens in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury with Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,675
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,715
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level1BR,1BA$1,750
Hillside Gardens1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR,1BA$1,850
Woodbridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,850
Florida Grove Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
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
Crossroads GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,940

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.19 price per square foot 359 Henry St Model at 359 Henry St, Unit 1 in the in the Madison Park neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills starting at $2,795 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Fords 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.
359 Henry St, Unit 1359 Henry St3BR,1BA$2.19
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.28
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom B1 with Den2BR,2.5BA$2.45
METRO WOODBRIDGE, LLCMetro Woodbridge - Your key to living in style!2BR,2BA$2.62
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR,1.5BA$2.36
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.21
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.33
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.61
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom NEW RENOVATION- Available 04/24/261BR,1BA$2.53
Hillside Gardens1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR,1BA$2.47

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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 $2,080.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,675 at Woodbridge Terrace.

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 $2,110 at Marineview Apartments.

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 $2,815.

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