
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ from $500 (92 Rentals)
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Portside II

Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community

Sheridan Gardens

312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio

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945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz

Linden Arms, LLC

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Cambridge Manor

Edgar Gardens

Lexington Village

Grove St Apartments

Westminster Arms

Westminster Towers Apartments

Watson Apartments

952 Jackson Ave

801 Mountain Ave, Unit A

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Sunrise Village

745 Eaton St

1677 Prospect Ave, Unit 1

904 2nd Ave

Heritage Village at Rosegate, 55+ Community
Union County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Union County Studio Apartments | $1,967 | $1,100 | $3,404 |
Union County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,017 | $10,000+ |
Union County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $1,209 | $10,000+ |
Union County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,656 | $1,397 | $8,295 |
Union County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $1,897 | $5,250 |
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Cheapest Available Union County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avion in the Westminster neighborhood priced from $245. Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Avion | Luxurious One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $245 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Monroe Garden | One Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Rosehill Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Edgar Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union County area is the $0.88 price per square foot 28 E Morris Ave Model at 28 E Morris Ave, Unit 2nd Flr in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Union County apartment is the $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $3,080 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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28 E Morris Ave, Unit 2nd Flr | 28 E Morris Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Lamberts Mill Village | $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
Spring Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
213 Broad St | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
701 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1st floor | 701 Jefferson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio | 312 S Spring St | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union County is at Sheridan Gardens listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union County Apartment is $245 at The Avion.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union County is starting from $1,480 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.
What is the most affordable Union County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grove St Apartments and starts from $2,453.
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