Cheap Homes for Rent in Union Square Neighborhood of New York, NY from $3,500 (3 Rentals)

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Union Square, New York, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NY

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $4.69 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at 315 E 58th St in the in the Upper East Side neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Courtney House starting at $5,925 with a $8.33 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron 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.
315 E 58th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.69
Courtney House1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$8.33
96 Fifth AveStudioStudio ,1BA$7.92
The Oyster: Furnished Apts, 30-Day+ Stay1 Bed Furnished Apartment1BR,1BA$12.38
230 Sullivan St2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$18.75
308 W 18th St1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$10.32
152 W 15th StStudio / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$14.29
35 E 7th StStudioStudio ,1BA$17.00
133 W Third StStudioStudio ,1BA$18.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Union Square?

There are currently 340 Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,500 to $20,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Square ranging from $3,595 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union Square ranges from $3,595 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,291.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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