Average Rent in South Amboy, NJ
2 apartment buildings, 27 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in South Amboy, NJAvg Rent
$2,778/mo
median $2,840
market average
Cheapest
$2,195/mo
The Pearl at Station Bay
Properties
2
tracked daily
Units
27
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 2 properties in South Amboy, NJ.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
South Amboy, NJ Rent Prices
All 2 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Pearl at Station Bay
2000 Schindler Dr, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA
Station Bay
1000 Schindler Dr, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Pearl at Station Bay 2000 Schindler Dr, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA | $2,195 | $2,886 | $3.26/ft² | 4.7 (56) | 10 |
| 2 | Station Bay 1000 Schindler Dr, South Amboy, NJ 08879, USA | $2,205 | $2,715 | $2.77/ft² | 4.4 (137) | 17 |
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South Amboy, NJ neighborhoods
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South Amboy, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in South Amboy, NJ is $2,778 per month, based on 27 units across 2 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,195 at The Pearl at Station Bay to $3,625 at The Pearl at Station Bay.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,233/mo | $2,195/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $2,497/mo | $2,205/mo | 12 |
| 2 Bed | $3,122/mo | $2,840/mo | 13 |
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 South Amboy, NJ, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in South Amboy, NJ averages $2,497/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $3,122/mo. At the local median household income of $110,125, that works out to 30% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in South Amboy, NJ at $1,644/mo. The current tracked market average runs 69% 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 South Amboy, NJ while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in South 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
$111,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,778/mo.
Comfortable income
$133,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,195/mo), you need to earn at least $88,000/year.
Median household income in South Amboy, NJ is $110,125 , about 17% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in South Amboy, NJ
Overall prices in South 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 South Amboy, NJ's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,778 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $7,486/mo |
Population
9,714
Median household income
$110,125
Census median rent
$1,644/mo
Census rent burden
22.7%
Median age
42.3
Mean commute
33 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 South Amboy, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs South Amboy, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,412 | -13% | -1.8% | 15 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,563 | +64% | -6.2% | 10 |
| New Brunswick, NJ | $2,177 | -22% | -1.6% | 10 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,105 | +48% | -3.9% | 9 |
| Clifton, NJ | $3,290 | +18% | +0.1% | 5 |
| Elizabeth, NJ | $2,494 | -10% | +12.5% | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in South Amboy, NJ?
The average rent in South Amboy, NJ is $2,778 per month, based on 27 units across 2 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in South Amboy, NJ?
The median asking rent in South Amboy, NJ is $2,840 per month, computed from 27 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,778/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in South Amboy, NJ?
The lowest available rent in South Amboy, NJ starts at $2,195 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in South Amboy, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in South Amboy, NJ average $2,497/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,205/mo across 12 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in South Amboy, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in South Amboy, NJ average $3,122/mo. Units start from $2,840/mo across 13 units currently listed.
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