Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ (378 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Price OptionsDone
Price Range
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done
property at 156A Lewis St
$2,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,300
Total Monthly Price$2,300
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

156A Lewis St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
property at 468 Great Beds Ct
$2,550

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,550
Total Monthly Price$2,550
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Now

468 Great Beds Ct

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

364 Market St

Perth AmboyNJ08861
property at 661 Catherine St
$1,675 - $2,500
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now

661 Catherine St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
close
View Me
436 Amboy Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

436 Amboy Ave

436 Amboy AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

Read Article
close
View Me
254 State St
Studio Apartments

254 State St

254 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
113 Market St
5 Bedroom Apartments

113 Market St

113 Market StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
308 State St
Studio Apartments

308 State St

308 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
147 Smith St
2 Bedroom Apartments

147 Smith St

147 Smith StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
86 Market St
Studio Apartments

86 Market St

86 Market StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
82-84 Market St
Studio Apartments

82-84 Market St

82-84 Market StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
238-240 State St
Studio Apartments

238-240 State St

238-240 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
239 State St
Studio Apartments

239 State St

239 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
83-85 Market St
Studio Apartments

83-85 Market St

83-85 Market StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
222-224 State St
Studio Apartments

222-224 State St

222-224 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Read Article
close
View Me
286 Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

286 Madison Ave

286 Madison AvePerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
213 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

213 State St

213 State StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
106 Gordon St
Studio Apartments

106 Gordon St

106 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
140 Gordon St
Studio Apartments

140 Gordon St

140 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
182-184 Market St
Studio Apartments

182-184 Market St

182-184 Market StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
142 Gordon St
Studio Apartments

142 Gordon St

142 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
92 Gordon St
Studio Apartments

92 Gordon St

92 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861
close
View Me
150 Gordon St
Studio Apartments

150 Gordon St

150 Gordon StPerth Amboy, NJ 08861

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 8

Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

Read Article
Decorative image

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

Read Article
Decorative image

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Read Article

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.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ

Ranked #5

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Perth Amboy. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with the outdoors is very important. This submarket is a highly-rated residential submarket for access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Perth Amboy

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Perth Amboy area of Perth Amboy, NJ?

As of today, September 27, 2026, there are currently 378 available Downtown Perth Amboy apartments priced from $890 to $4,875, with an average monthly rent of $2,827.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Perth Amboy?

There are currently 299 Studio Apartments in Downtown Perth Amboy with rent ranges from $890 to $2,500 with an average price of $1,643.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Perth Amboy Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Perth Amboy ranges from $1,062 to $2,125 with an average monthly rent of $1,799.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Perth Amboy cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Perth Amboy range from $1,262 to $3,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,643.

How expensive are Downtown Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 20 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Perth Amboy on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,350 to $4,875 - averaging $3,539 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis article

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

decorative image for Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My! article

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

decorative image for Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags article

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

decorative image for First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently article

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.