Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Perth Amboy Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (23 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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Marineview East & West
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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property at 660 Charles St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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660 Charles St, Unit 2

660 Charles St
Perth AmboyNJ08861

Southwest Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Perth Amboy area of Perth Amboy, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at State Fayette Gardens priced from $1,750. Florida Grove Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Southwest Perth Amboy apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom Lower Level1BR,1BA$1,750
Florida Grove Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,875
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$1,900
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Perth Amboy, NJ

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Perth Amboy area is the $2.36 price per square foot 1 Bed / 1.5 bath Model at Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Southwest Perth Amboy apartment is the 2 Bedroom with Basement Model at Florida Grove Manor starting at $2,695 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Perth Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR,1.5BA$2.36
Florida Grove Manor2 Bedroom with Basement2BR,1.5BA$2.90
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.21
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.33
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.61
State Fayette Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.88

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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
Southwest Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across New Jersey and customized analysis for Central Perth Amboy, NJ. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Perth Amboy Apartments

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Perth Amboy is starting from $2,110 at Marineview Apartments.

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.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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

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