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Perth Amboy, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Perth Amboy, NJ area range in price from $890 to $11,991 with an overall median price of $3,223. The three Perth Amboy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hall Avenue at $890, Harbortown at $890, and State Street 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
Hall Avenue$3,110$89048
Harbortown$3,110$89047
State Street$3,110$89041
Amboy Avenue$3,145$89047
Southwest Perth Amboy$3,145$89040
Chickentown$3,180$1,41059
Downtown Perth Amboy$3,256$89038
Tottenville$3,256$89049
Spa Springs$3,333$1,47581
The Waterfront$3,333$89034

Cheapest Available Perth Amboy Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Perth Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Harbor Terrace Apartments in the Chickentown neighborhood priced from $1,475. Market Living in the Chickentown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Perth Amboy apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harbor Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,475
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,549
Dalina Manor - 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,582

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ and Nearby

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Perth Amboy area is the $2.38 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse 70 Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $3,660. The second greatest value Perth Amboy apartment is the 116 Bentley St Model at 116 Bentley St, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the State Street 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.
Harbortown Terrace3 Bedroom Townhouse 703BR,2.5BA$2.38
116 Bentley St, Unit 2116 Bentley St3BR,1BA$1.93
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township2 bed / 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.00
102 State St3 Bd/2 Ba3BR,2BA$2.14
56 Madsen Ave, Unit Side apartment56 Madsen Ave1BR,1BA$1.77
341 Market St, Unit Second Floor341 Market St2BR,1BA$2.30
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Perth Amboy

What type of rentals are currently available in Perth Amboy?

There are currently 487 Apartments for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $11,304. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Perth Amboy ranging from $1,600 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Perth Amboy ranges from $1,600 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,994.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Perth Amboy?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Perth Amboy range from $1,220 to $8,758, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,443.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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