
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $890 (23 Rentals)
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593 Penn St

Marineview Apartments

Market Living

Harbor Terrace Apartments

State Fayette Gardens

337 Washington St
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339 Washington St

361 Gordon St

Camelot at Federal Hill

387 Fayette St
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265 Prospect St

156A Lewis St

Marineview East & West

390 State St

40 Fayette St

420-428 Division St
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149 Lewis St

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Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Perth Amboy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Perth Amboy Studio Apartments | $1,623 | $890 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Perth Amboy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,062 | $2,215 |
| Downtown Perth Amboy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,262 | $3,750 |
| Downtown Perth Amboy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $2,275 | $4,875 |
| Downtown Perth Amboy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ.
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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 $1,685. Marineview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,110. Here are the most affordable Downtown Perth Amboy apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| Marineview Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| Market Living | Two Bedroom - Renovated with DW | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Harbortown Terrace | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Perth Amboy, NJ
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Perth Amboy area is the $1.71 price per square foot Brunswick (BL) Model at Camelot at Federal Hill in the in the Chickentown neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Perth Amboy apartment is the 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace starting at $4,595 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Perth Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Brunswick (BL) | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Harbortown Terrace | 3 Bedroom Goldengate | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.77 |
| Market Living | Two Bedroom - Renovated with DW | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Marineview Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 148F Main St, Unit B | 148F Main St | Studio ,1BA | $6.25 |
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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 $1,685 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 $1,995 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 $3,025.
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