Cheap Homes for Rent in South Amboy, NJ from $1,600 (8 Rentals)

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property at 194 High St

$1,600

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194 High St, Unit 3

194 High St
Perth AmboyNJ08861
property at 652 Penn St

$1,700

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652 Penn St

Perth AmboyNJ08861
property at 226 New Brunswick Ave

$1,925

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$1,925

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226 New Brunswick Ave

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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property at 768 State St

$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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768 State St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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South Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 02/20/2026

Current apartment rentals in the South Amboy, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Amboy Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Laurence Harbor$3,600$1,85032
Madison Park$3,600$2,00030

Cheapest Available South Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Amboy, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Skytop Gardens in the Cheesequake neighborhood priced from $1,640. Marineview Apartments in the State Street neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Skytop Gardens1x1 7201BR,1BA$1,640
Marineview Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,695
Nieuw Amsterdam VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Amboy, NJ

As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Amboy area is the $2.56 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,245. The second greatest value South Amboy apartment is the Washington Model at Camelot On Main Street starting at $3,045 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Madison Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harbortown Terrace3 Bedroom Goldengate3BR,3.5BA$2.56
Camelot On Main StreetWashington2BR,2BA$2.38
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR,1.5BA$2.36
Crestview ApartmentsTHE CAMBRIDGE2BR,1BA$2.31
Market LivingOne Bedroom - Renovated With W/D1BR,1BA$2.41
Parkwood Village$2.32/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Camelot at Federal HillArlington1BR,1BA$2.44
Harbor Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.61
London Terrace$2.62/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.62
Skytop Gardens1x1 7201BR,1BA$2.28

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Amboy

What type of rentals are currently available in South Amboy?

There are currently 454 Apartments for Rent in South Amboy, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $4,425. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Amboy ranging from $1,600 to $4,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Amboy ranges from $1,600 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,087.

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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

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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.