Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (14 Rentals)

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Parker's View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parker's View

350 Irvington AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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112 Westfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Rosehill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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The Metropolitan
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

56-78 Murray StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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167-169 Smith St
2 Bedroom Apartments

167-169 Smith St

167-169 Smith StElizabeth, NJ 07201
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Union Square, Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Union Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Square area of Elizabeth, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community priced from $1,229. Westminster Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in Elizabeth, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1,600
Watson ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,618
The AvionLuxurious StudioStudio,1BA$1,767
The JamesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.80 price per square foot 516 S Park St Model at 516 S Park St, Unit 2 in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 303 Amity St Model at 303 Amity St, Unit amity 1 starting at $2,700 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Peterstown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
516 S Park St, Unit 2516 S Park St3BR,2BA$1.80
303 Amity St, Unit amity 1303 Amity St3BR,1BA$1.80
The Madison at Elizabeth011 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den1BR,1BA$2.23
213 Broad St2B2BR,1BA$1.97
43 Delaware St, Unit 243 Delaware St3BR,1BA$2.35
The Grand at Penn1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.43
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1.95
333 E Jersey St, Unit 3A333 E Jersey St2BR,1BA$2.44
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora519 Monroe Ave1BR,1BA$2.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Union Square, Elizabeth, NJ

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Elizabeth, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Jersey and customized analysis for West New York City. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Union Square Neighborhood in Elizabeth, NJ

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union Square is at Watson Apartments listed at $1,618.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment is $1,229 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Square is starting from $1,480 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.

What is the most affordable Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 921-923 Roosevelt St and starts from $2,495.

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