
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (8 Rentals)
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Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community

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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 |
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Union Square Studio Apartments | $1,971 | $1,195 | $2,349 |
Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,229 | $2,909 |
Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,480 | $3,860 |
Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,900 | $3,250 |
Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,000 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 8 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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Turtle Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,851 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.60 price per square foot 434 S 5th St Model at 434 S 5th St, Unit 434 S 5th St in the in the Peterstown neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 008 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Madison at Elizabeth starting at $2,600 with a $1.93 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. |
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434 S 5th St, Unit 434 S 5th St | 434 S 5th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
The Madison at Elizabeth | 008 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
167 3rd St, Unit 2 | 167 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
206 Fulton St, Unit 6 | 206 Fulton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
58 2nd St, Unit 5 | 58 2nd St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
130 4th St, Unit 2 | 130 4th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
468 4th Ave, Unit Third Floor | 468 4th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
126 3rd St, Unit 2 | 126 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 921-923 Roosevelt St and starts from $2,495.
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