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property at 194 High St

$1,700

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

194 High St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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property at 768 State St

$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

768 State St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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property at 131 Beverly Hl Ter

$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

131 Beverly Hl Ter

Woodbridge TownshipNJ07095

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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 01/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $890 to $4,375 with an overall median price of $3,448. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chickentown at $1,770, Southwest Perth Amboy at $890, and Amboy Avenue at $890. 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
Chickentown$2,850$1,77032
Southwest Perth Amboy$2,900$89045
Amboy Avenue$3,210$89052
State Street$3,300$89048
Tottenville$3,300$89050
Spa Springs$3,370$1,65028
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,500$89051
The Waterfront$3,500$89050
Hall Avenue$4,000$89045
Harbortown$4,000$89045

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Harbor Terrace Apartments in the Amboy Avenue neighborhood priced from $1,575. Hillside Gardens in the Fords neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,708. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harbor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Hillside GardensSPECIAL! 1BR 2nd floor (top) Rear1BR,1BA$1,708
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury with Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,725
Woodbridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Convery Gardens1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,770

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills starting at $2,495 with a $2.04 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$2.53
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.04
Luxe ApartmentsMajestic plus2BR,2BA$2.15
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom B1 with Den2BR,2.5BA$2.31
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR,1.5BA$2.36
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated With W/D1BR,1BA$2.41
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.32
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.48
533 Ridgeway Ave, Unit 1533 Ridgeway Ave1BR,1BA$2.13
Hillside Gardens1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR,1BA$2.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about Perth Amboy

What type of rentals are currently available in Perth Amboy?

There are currently 504 Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $4,900. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Perth Amboy ranging from $1,200 to $4,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Perth Amboy ranges from $1,200 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,986.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Perth Amboy?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Perth Amboy range from $2,294 to $4,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,560.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.