Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $1,700 (4 Rentals)

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Perth Amboy, NJ

As of June 14, 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$2.33
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

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Perth Amboy

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Perth Amboy?

There are currently 365 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Perth Amboy, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $4,625. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Perth Amboy ranging from $1,750 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Perth Amboy?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Perth Amboy ranges from $1,750 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,475.

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.