Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (10 Rentals)

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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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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Rosehill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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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 $1,700. 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$1,700
101 Broadway3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1,759

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ

As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.76 price per square foot 234 Palmer St Model at 234 Palmer St, Unit Apartment 2 in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 1029 E Grand St Model at 1029 E Grand St, Unit Second Floor starting at $2,800 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Downtown Elizabeth 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.
234 Palmer St, Unit Apartment 2234 Palmer St3BR,2BA$1.76
1029 E Grand St, Unit Second Floor1029 E Grand St3BR,3BA$1.87
The Westminster406 Westminster Avenue Apt 2132BR,2.5BA$1.90
Luxury Rental With Private Parking2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.21
212 Port Ave212 Port Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.07
86 4th St, Unit Second Floor86 4th St3BR,1BA$1.81
410 Franklin St, Unit 2410 Franklin St2BR,1BA$1.98
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.07
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

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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.

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 Turtle Village listed at $1,966.

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 101 Broadway and starts from $1,759.

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