
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Waterfront area of Perth Amboy.


Market Living

Marineview Apartments

Harbor Terrace Apartments

110 Market St

State Fayette Gardens

352-354-354 New Brunswick Ave, Unit 352-5

581 West Side Ave
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331 Watson Ave

Camelot at Federal Hill

397 Washington St

337 Washington St, Unit 2

Five85West

361 Gordon St, Unit 2

339 Washington St, Unit 1

159 Lewis St
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Harbortown Terrace

Marineview East & West

390 State St

217 Smith St

424 Division St

420-428 Division St

409 Hidden Village Dr

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148F Main St, Unit B
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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 | $1,643 | $890 | $2,500 |
| The Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $1,062 | $2,180 |
| The Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,262 | $3,750 |
| The Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,541 | $2,375 | $4,625 |
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There are currently 24 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 1 Bed unit found at State Fayette Gardens priced from $1,750. Harbor Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable The Waterfront apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Market Living | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Five85West | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Waterfront, NJ
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Waterfront 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 The Waterfront 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 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 | $2.65 |
| Market Living | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Five85West | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 148F Main St, Unit B | 148F Main St | Studio ,1BA | $6.25 |
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 $1,750 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 $2,190 at State Fayette Gardens.
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 $2,785.
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