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Apartments for Rent in 08861, NJ

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    618 New Brunswick Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
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    601 Chamberlain Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
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    113 James Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
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    412-414 Smith Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
    STUDIO $2,600+
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    695 Charles Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
    1 BED $1,900
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    1000 Schindler Drive, South Amboy, NJ 08879
    STUDIO $2,080+
    1 BED $2,205+
    2 BEDS $2,825+
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    1255 Rahway Avenue, Avenel, NJ 07001
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    1 BED $1,002+
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    1 Pikeview Lane, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
    1 BED $1,960+
    2 BEDS $2,455
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    $ 12 Jansen Ave, Fords, NJ 07095
    STUDIO $3,250
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    1000 Vermella Drive, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    STUDIO $2,100
    1 BED $2,500
    2 BEDS $3,550
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    100 Antares Dr, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
    1 BED $2,665+
    2 BEDS $3,300+
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    582 New Brunswick Ave, Fords, NJ 08863
    2 BEDS $2,400
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    $ 27 South 2Nd, Fords, NJ 08863
    3 BEDS $2,850
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    2000 Schindler Dr, South Amboy, NJ 08879
    STUDIO $2,285+
    1 BED $2,405
    2 BEDS $3,125
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    228 1St Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
    3 BEDS $2,800
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    234 1St Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
    STUDIO $1,625
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    10 Green St, Woodbridge Township, NJ 07095
    STUDIO $2,309+
    1 BED $2,368+
    2 BEDS $3,313+
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    73 Wolff Ave. #AD, Edison, NJ 08837
    1 BED $1,980+
    2 BEDS $2,320+
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    @ 23 Carlton St, Edison, NJ 08837
    2 BEDS $2,300
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    611 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879
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    1 BED $2,050+
    2 BEDS $2,650+
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    3 Ronson Road, Iselin, NJ 08830
    STUDIO $2,175+
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS $2,975+
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    24 Walter Drive, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
    1 BED $1,950+
    2 BEDS $2,635
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    785 Green Street, Iselin, NJ 08830
    1 BED $1,785+
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    34 Union Street, Carteret, NJ 07008
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    971 US Highway 9 North, Parlin, NJ 08859-2042
    1 BED $1,680+
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08861 rent trends

Rental prices in 08861 have decreased by 1.15% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,426 to $2,398.

Average rent in 08861

$2,398/mo 08861 average rental price, September 2025
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    What's the typical rent budget in 08861?

    The largest share of rentals in 08861 (36%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in 08861, NJ

    70 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    39 /100
    Some Transit
    48 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 70, Transit Score®: 39, Bike Score®: 48

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in 08861 last updated?

    Prices and availability in 08861 were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in 08861?

    The best apartments in 08861 are: Birchwood at Perth Amboy - Formerly Parkview, Willow Pond Village, Dalina Manor, 414 Smith LLC and 695 Charles Street, Unit 9.

    What is the average rent in 08861?

    The average rent in 08861 is $2,163.

    What type of rental buildings are in 08861?

    In 08861 65% of the housing is rented out compared to 35% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of 08861’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 72% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

    08861 demographics

    • 58,264Total Population
    • 29,882 Female
      28,382 Male
    • 37Median Age

    08861 households

    • 14,601 Family
      5,766 Non-family
    • 7,992 Children
      12,375 No Children
    • 20,367Total Number of Households
    • 2Average People Per Household
    • $60,464Median Household Income

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