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265 Prospect St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, USA
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Property Overview
265 Prospect St offers strong overall value with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, highlighted by excellent price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. It also benefits from close access to top-rated schools and includes a living room, making it a well-rounded option with convenient features.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $2,375 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this 2nd floor, 3 bedroom apartment in Perth Amboy! This apartment is extremely spaciouly, freshly painted AND recently updated. This unit features a living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and parking! Cats allowed, dogs on a case by case basis. For a viewing and more info please TEXT 732-832-3028 or EMAIL ****. |
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Amenities for 265 Prospect St
Building
| Cats OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 265 Prospect St
Welcome to this 2nd floor, 3 bedroom apartment in Perth Amboy! This apartment is extremely spaciouly, freshly painted AND recently updated. This unit features a living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and parking! Cats allowed, dogs on a case by case basis. For a viewing and more info please TEXT 732-832-3028 or EMAIL ****.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 265 Prospect St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 265 Prospect St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
265 Prospect St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 265 Prospect St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
265 Prospect St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 265 Prospect St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 265 Prospect St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Perth Amboy
3-bedroom apartments at 265 Prospect St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Perth Amboy.
Median rents as of Feb 22 2025.
Perth Amboy
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | $1,300 |
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Can I afford to live at 265 Prospect St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$95,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $95,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,375.
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Schools near 265 Prospect St
Dr. Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century Elementary School
318 stockton st
perth amboy, NJ, 8861
K-4Public
C
Acelero Learning - Second Street Center
132 second st
perth amboy, NJ, 8861
PKPublic
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School
435 seaman ave
perth amboy, NJ, 8861
K-3Public
C-
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center
601 cortlandt st
perth amboy, NJ, 8861
PKPublic
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center
925 amboy ave
perth amboy, NJ, 8861
PKPublic
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Getting around Perth Amboy near 265 Prospect St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 265 Prospect St, Perth Amboy
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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