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520 Cliffwood Ave

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215 S Pine Ave

239 Washington Rd

730 Cricket Ln

159 Fulton St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Amboy?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Amboy 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,625 | $1,950 | $3,500 |
South Amboy 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,676 | $2,850 | $7,500 |
South Amboy 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $3,300 | $4,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Amboy, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/22/2025Current 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 |
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Madison Park | $4,000 | $1,700 | 26 |
Laurence Harbor | $4,500 | $1,650 | 25 |
Cheapest Available South Amboy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Amboy, NJ is a Studio unit found at Market Living in the Chickentown neighborhood priced from $1,549. Harbor Terrace Apartments in the Chickentown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Amboy apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Market Living | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Parkview at Madison | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Amboy, NJ
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South 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 South 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 South Amboy apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Harbortown Terrace | 3 Bedroom Townhouse 70 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
116 Bentley St, Unit 2 | 116 Bentley St | 3BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township | 2 bed / 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
102 State St | 3 Bd/2 Ba | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
Camelot at Federal Hill | Barclay | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
London Terrace | $2.32/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Luxury/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.32 |
341 Market St, Unit Second Floor | 341 Market St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Parkwood Village | $2.32/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
312 Watson Ave, Unit A4 | 312 Watson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Harbor Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Amboy
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 $4,780. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Amboy ranging from $1,675 to $7,500.
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 $1,675 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,045.
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 $4,080, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,950.
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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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and 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.

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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.