Cheap Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ from $800 (26 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in Perth Amboy.

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195 Market 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

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511 Leffert St

South AmboyNJ08879

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Barron's Gate
2 Bedroom Apartments

Barron's Gate

609 Duke DrWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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77 Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Brook St

77 Brook StWoodbridge, NJ 07095

Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 05/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $890 to $20,484 with an overall median price of $3,378. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Harbortown at $890, State Street at $890, and Hall Avenue at $890. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Perth Amboy Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Harbortown$3,250$89047
State Street$3,291$89044
Hall Avenue$3,333$89045
Amboy Avenue$3,374$89046
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,374$89039
Southwest Perth Amboy$3,374$89036
Tottenville$3,374$89052
Chickentown$3,415$1,41056
Spa Springs$3,415$1,52582
The Waterfront$3,415$89037

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Market Living in the Chickentown neighborhood priced from $1,549. Dalina Manor - 55+ Community in the Fords neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,582. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,549
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,582
Hillside Garden Apartments1BR 1st Floor with Carpet Front1BR,1BA$1,730
Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/251BR,1BA$1,875
Luxe ApartmentsRitz1BR,1BA$1,900
Woodbridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 bed / 2 bath Model at Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the 2 Bedroom 70 Model at Harbortown Terrace starting at $2,760 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Perth Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township2 bed / 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.00
Harbortown Terrace2 Bedroom 702BR,2BA$2.41
Camelot at Federal HillBarclay2BR,2BA$2.12
56 Madsen Ave, Unit Side apartment56 Madsen Ave1BR,1BA$1.77
341 Market St, Unit Second Floor341 Market St2BR,1BA$2.30
Hillside Garden Apartments2BR 3rd Floor (top) Front2BR,1.5BA$2.32
312 Watson Ave, Unit A4312 Watson Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Luxe ApartmentsRitz1BR,1BA$2.44
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/251BR,1BA$2.50
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.43

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Perth Amboy Overview

Affectionately referred to as the 'City By The Bay', Perth Amboy is located in the heart of New Jersey but still considered by many to be a part of the New York metropolitan area. Offering easy access to the nearby Big Apple and plenty of hometown charm all its own, this on-the-go city is a fantastic place to live, work and play for anyone interested in a new home in the Garden State.

Why live in Perth Amboy, NJ?

Flanked by Victorian-inspired architecture and more than its fair share of waterway scenery, life in Perth Amboy is some of New Jersey living at its finest. An ideal locale for those eager to commute to the larger job market of NYC, this bustling yet quaint city is an ideal melding of smaller town ambiance and working-class character. From the yachts of the harbor to the retail shops of midtown, Perth Amboy apartments are truly something to strive for.

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Getting Around Perth Amboy, NJ

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Perth Amboy Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Perth Amboy?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Perth Amboy is at Market Living listed at $1,549.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Perth Amboy Apartment is $1,582 at Dalina Manor - 55+ Community.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Perth Amboy is starting from $1,760 at Dalina Manor - 55+ Community.

What is the most affordable Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Perth Amboy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $2,975.

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