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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Amboy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Amboy 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,797 | $1,850 | $4,200 |
| South Amboy 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,601 | $2,150 | $8,900 |
| South Amboy 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,616 | $3,300 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Amboy, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/24/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurence Harbor | $3,551 | $735 | 98 |
| Madison Park | $3,551 | $1,300 | 87 |
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. Nieuw Amsterdam Village in the Southwood 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skytop Gardens | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Nieuw Amsterdam Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| State Fayette Gardens | 1 Bedroom Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Amboy, NJ
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Amboy area is the $2.62 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,355. The second greatest value South Amboy apartment is the Townhouse w Garage Model at Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township starting at $3,200 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Amboy 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 | $2.62 |
| Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township | Townhouse w Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.29 |
| London Terrace | $2.19/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| Camelot at LaMer | Dover | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Market Living | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Parkwood Village | $2.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Camelot at Federal Hill | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Five85West | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Skytop Gardens | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Amboy?
There are currently 434 Apartments for Rent in South Amboy, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $4,575. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Amboy ranging from $1,750 to $8,900.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Amboy ranges from $1,750 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,941.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Amboy?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Amboy range from $2,500 to $4,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,150 to $8,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,650.
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