Cheap Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (24 Rentals)

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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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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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $1,600 to $7,500 with an overall median price of $3,120. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Spa Springs at $1,600, Chickentown at $2,150, and Amboy Avenue at $1,950. 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
Spa Springs$2,675$1,6008
Chickentown$2,950$2,1505
Amboy Avenue$2,975$1,9506
Southwest Perth Amboy$2,975$1,9505
The Waterfront$3,000$1,9505
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,125$1,9506
Hall Avenue$3,125$1,9507
Harbortown$3,125$1,9506
State Street$3,125$1,9507
Tottenville$3,500$1,9509

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 $1,525. Parkside Apartments in the Fords neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,525
Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury with Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,800
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom B - Lower Level1BR,1BA$1,865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,120. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the 2 bed / 2 bath Model at Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township starting at $2,800 with a $2.00 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.
Harbortown Terrace3 Bedroom Goldengate3BR,3.5BA$2.48
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township2 bed / 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.00
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.28
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom C2BR,2BA$2.40
Luxe ApartmentsDiamond plus1BR,1BA$2.51
Woodbridge Hills - 55+$2.26/sq.ft. - The Piedmont1BR,1BA$2.46
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.32
312 Watson Ave, Unit A4312 Watson Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.61
317 Watson Ave, Unit 1317 Watson Ave1BR,1BA$2.77

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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 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 $1,525.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,800 at Parkside 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 $3,050.

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