Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (18 Rentals)

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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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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

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Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Perth Amboy area of Perth Amboy, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at State Fayette Gardens priced from $1,750. Harbor Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Perth Amboy apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level1BR,1BA$1,750
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,825
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,875
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$1,975
Five85West1 Bed1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Perth Amboy, NJ

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Perth Amboy area is the $2.65 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,405. The second greatest value Downtown Perth Amboy apartment is the One Bedroom - Renovated Model at Market Living starting at $1,875 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the State Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Perth Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harbortown Terrace3 Bedroom Goldengate3BR,3.5BA$2.65
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.21
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.42
Five85West1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.65
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.61
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.88
148F Main St, Unit B148F Main StStudio ,1BA$6.25

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, and the greater Perth Amboy area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Perth Amboy Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,750 at State Fayette Gardens.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Perth Amboy is starting from $2,190 at State Fayette Gardens.

What is the most affordable Downtown Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $2,785.

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

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.