Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union, NJ from $700 (96 Rentals)

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Schaefer Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Schaefer Gardens

35 Sumner AveUnion, NJ 07083
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Maple Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Gardens

12 Marshall StIrvington, NJ 07111
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Stuyvesant Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stuyvesant Gardens

378-404 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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1278-1280 Clinton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1278-1280 Clinton Ave

1278-1280 Clinton AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Felicia Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Felicia Village

1006 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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129 Chancellor Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Paradise Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Paradise Gardens

240 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Union, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Union, NJ area range in price from $700 to $8,500 with an overall median price of $6,467. The three Union neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Westminster at $1,250, Elizabeth River at $1,095, and Livingston at $1,385. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Union Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Westminster$3,736$1,25096
Elizabeth River$4,117$1,09565
Livingston$5,000$1,385248
Orchard Park$5,600$700194
Battle Hill$5,750$1,62582
Connecticut Farms$8,500$1,095160
Downtown Union$8,500$700192
Union Center Four Corners$8,500$700195
Union Center Gateway East$8,500$700190

Cheapest Available Union Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union, NJ

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union area is the $1.21 price per square foot 48 Elmwood Ave Model at 48 Elmwood Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Union apartment is the 240 Leslie St Model at 240 Leslie St, Unit #2nd Floor Unit starting at $2,800 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Livingston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Elmwood Ave, Unit 2nd floor48 Elmwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.21
240 Leslie St, Unit #2nd Floor Unit240 Leslie St4BR,1BA$1.65
50 Union Ave, Unit 150 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.40
213 Broad St2B2BR,1BA$1.97
701 Jefferson Ave, Unit 1st floor701 Jefferson Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1.95
53 Union Ave, Unit 40453 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.84
312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio312 S Spring StStudio ,1BA$1.63
342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 12342 Stuyvesant AveStudio ,1BA$1.92
510 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 2510 Stuyvesant AveStudio ,1BA$1.97

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Getting Around Union, NJ

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union is at Sheridan Gardens listed at $1,250.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Apartment is $1,500 at Rosehill Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union is starting from $1,685 at Monroe Garden.

What is the most affordable Union Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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