Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (14 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Union Square area of Elizabeth.

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904 2nd Ave

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Parker's View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parker's View

350 Irvington 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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112 Westfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, 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. Rosehill Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Rosehill Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$1,500
Watson ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,618
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1,700
Turtle Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,851

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $0.27 price per square foot 408 Niles St Model at 408 Niles St, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Peterstown neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 16 Delaware St Model at 16 Delaware St, Unit 16 delaware st starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Elizabeth Port 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.
408 Niles St, Unit Apt 2408 Niles St3BR,2BA$0.27
16 Delaware St, Unit 16 delaware st16 Delaware St3BR,1BA$0.23
956 William St956 William St3BR,1BA$1.18
The Madison at Elizabeth006 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.06
213 Broad St2B2BR,1BA$1.97
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.07
333 E Jersey St, Unit 3A333 E Jersey St2BR,1BA$2.31
312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio312 S Spring StStudio ,1BA$1.63
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

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Elizabeth, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Getting Around the Union Square Neighborhood in Elizabeth, NJ

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Watson Apartments listed at $1,618.

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 921-923 Roosevelt St and starts from $2,495.

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