Average Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ
4 apartment buildings, 394 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in Perth Amboy, NJAvg Rent
$2,507/mo
median $2,395
market average
Cheapest
$1,285/mo
Harbor Terrace Apartments
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
394
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 4 properties in Perth Amboy, NJ.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Perth Amboy, NJ Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Harbor Terrace Apartments
18 Harbor Terrace apartment 2k, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
Marineview Apartments
44 High St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
State Fayette Apartments
375 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
Harbortown Terrace
600 Harbortown Blvd, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harbor Terrace Apartments 18 Harbor Terrace apartment 2k, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA | $1,285 | $2,436 | $2.95/ft² | 4.2 (171) | 323 |
| 2 | Marineview Apartments 44 High St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA | $1,545 | $1,848 | $3.07/ft² | 4.2 (68) | 5 |
| 3 | State Fayette Apartments 375 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA | $1,685 | $1,908 | $2.92/ft² | 4.2 (50) | 4 |
| 4 | Harbortown Terrace 600 Harbortown Blvd, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA | $2,310 | $2,969 | $2.22/ft² | 4.7 (184) | 62 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Harbor Terrace Apartments
4.2 (171)18 Harbor Terrace apartment 2k, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
Marineview Apartments
4.2 (68)44 High St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
State Fayette Apartments
4.2 (50)375 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
Harbortown Terrace
4.7 (184)600 Harbortown Blvd, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
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Perth Amboy, NJ neighborhoods
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Perth Amboy, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Perth Amboy, NJ is $2,507 per month, based on 394 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,285 at Harbor Terrace Apartments to $4,875 at Harbortown Terrace.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,929/mo | $1,285/mo | 25 |
| 1 Bed | $2,183/mo | $1,545/mo | 163 |
| 2 Bed | $2,706/mo | $1,959/mo | 175 |
| 3 Bed | $3,556/mo | $2,850/mo | 31 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Perth Amboy, NJ, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Perth Amboy, NJ averages $2,183/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,706/mo. At the local median household income of $58,490, that works out to 51% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Perth Amboy, NJ at $1,629/mo. The current tracked market average runs 54% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Perth Amboy, NJ while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Perth Amboy, NJ?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$100,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,507/mo.
Comfortable income
$120,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,285/mo), you need to earn at least $51,000/year.
Median household income in Perth Amboy, NJ is $58,490 , about 51% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Perth Amboy, NJ
Overall prices in Perth Amboy, NJ runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Perth Amboy, NJ's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,507 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $7,215/mo |
Population
55,278
Median household income
$58,490
Census median rent
$1,629/mo
Census rent burden
37.2%
Median age
36.3
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New Jersey
How Perth Amboy, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Perth Amboy, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,412 | -4% | -0.7% | 15 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,563 | +82% | -5.9% | 10 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | $2,214 | -12% | -1.1% | 10 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,105 | +64% | -4.1% | 9 |
| Clifton, NJ | $2,540 | +1% | -3.8% | 5 |
| Elizabeth, NJ | $2,494 | -1% | +5% | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Perth Amboy, NJ?
The average rent in Perth Amboy, NJ is $2,507 per month, based on 394 units across 4 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Perth Amboy, NJ?
The median asking rent in Perth Amboy, NJ is $2,395 per month, computed from 394 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,507/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Perth Amboy, NJ?
The lowest available rent in Perth Amboy, NJ starts at $1,285 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Perth Amboy, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ average $2,183/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,545/mo across 163 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Perth Amboy, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in Perth Amboy, NJ average $2,706/mo. Units start from $1,959/mo across 175 units currently listed.
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