
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (23 Rentals)
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517 Walnut St, Unit second

Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community

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519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora

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516 E Jersey St, Unit 3

516 E Jersey St

1075 E Jersey St
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62 3rd St, Unit 2

644 Maple Ave, Unit 1

Westminster Arms

458 Livingston St

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112 Westfield Ave

325 Cherry St
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944 Elizabeth Ave

Lidgerwood

1029 E Grand St

70 W Grand St

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707 Bonnett St

167-169 Smith St
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Union Square, Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square Studio Apartments | $1,991 | $1,100 | $2,233 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $1,229 | $2,935 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,480 | $3,732 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ.
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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. Lidgerwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in Elizabeth, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| Lidgerwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 209-219 Broad St | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Jersey Walk | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $0.19 price per square foot 556 Bond St Model at 556 Bond St, Unit Bond street in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 208 Vine St Model at 208 Vine St, Unit 1 Floor starting at $2,800 with a $1.65 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 556 Bond St, Unit Bond street | 556 Bond St | 3BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 208 Vine St, Unit 1 Floor | 208 Vine St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 80 Westfield Ave, Unit First Floor | 80 Westfield Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 135 Court St, Unit 135 | 135 Court St | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 226 Bond St, Unit APT 1 | 226 Bond St | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 234 Palmer St, Unit 2 | 234 Palmer St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 212 Port Ave | 212 Port Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
| 612 S Park St, Unit APT 1 | 612 S Park St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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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 Jersey Walk listed at $2,000.
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.
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