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Apartments under $1,700 for Rent in Perth Amboy, NJ

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  4. Building Photo - Kings Plaza
    STUDIO
    $890+
    1 BED
    $1,062+
    2 BEDS
    $1,262+

    Kings Plaza

    270 King St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
  6. Building Photo - 652 Penn St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,700

    652 Penn St

    652 Penn St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
  7. Building Photo - 213 Hall Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,650

    213 Hall Ave

    213 Hall Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
  8. Building Photo - 213 Hall Ave
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,350

    213 Hall Ave

    213 Hall Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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Perth Amboy, NJ Apartments for Rent

Perth Amboy is a historic waterfront city in Middlesex County that served as New Jersey's capital from 1686 to 1776. Right along Raritan Bay with beautiful water views, this city of over 55,000 residents offers easy access to New York City and the wider metro area. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Perth Amboy, you'll discover everything from studios to three-bedroom units, with rental rates that stay competitive compared to neighboring communities.

Renting in Perth Amboy appeals to commuters who appreciate being close to major transportation routes, including the Garden State Parkway and Route 9, plus NJ Transit rail service connecting to New York Penn Station. The city's waterfront location gives you access to parks and recreational areas along the bay, while local dining and shopping options serve the community's diverse population. With its mix of historic architecture and apartment communities, Perth Amboy offers renters an affordable alternative to pricier markets while keeping you connected to employment centers throughout Central Jersey and the New York metropolitan area.

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Perth Amboy High School

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Edward J Patten Elementary School

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Anthony V Ceres School

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Robert N Wilentz Elementary School

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