
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Waterfront area of Perth Amboy.


Harbor Terrace Apartments

Marineview Apartments

Market Living

320 Watson Ave, Unit 320-3D

40-9998 Fayette St

State Fayette Gardens
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352-354-354 New Brunswick Ave

Camelot at Federal Hill

389 Fayette St

387 Fayette St

Five85West

339 Washington St, Unit 339 Washington St - 1 Bedroom

337 Washington St, Unit 2
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361 Gordon St, Unit 2

423 Augustine Pl

297 Sutton St

547 Sayre Ave

219 Madison Ave

Harbortown Terrace

475 Smith Street
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198 New Brunswick Ave

102 Broad St

Marineview East & West

390 State St

420-428 Division St

339 Washington St

102 State St
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1008 Hidden Village Dr

54 State St

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148F Main St, Unit B
The Waterfront, Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,609 | $890 | $2,500 |
| The Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,062 | $2,215 |
| The Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $1,262 | $3,750 |
| The Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $2,300 | $4,775 |
| The Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ.
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Cheapest Available The Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Waterfront area of Perth Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Market Living priced from $1,575. State Fayette Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,730. Here are the most affordable The Waterfront apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Living | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Marineview Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Harbortown Terrace | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $2,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Waterfront, NJ
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Waterfront area is the $2.71 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value The Waterfront apartment is the Arlington Model at Camelot at Federal Hill starting at $1,975 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Chickentown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbortown Terrace | 3 Bedroom Goldengate | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.71 |
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Marineview Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Market Living | Studio - Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Waterfront Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment is $1,730 at State Fayette Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Waterfront is starting from $2,110 at Marineview Apartments.
What is the most affordable The Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $2,935.
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