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


312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio

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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 | $2,128 | $1,300 | $3,074 |
Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $1,229 | $4,038 |
Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $1,480 | $6,929 |
Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,007 | $2,295 | $6,217 |
Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,997 | $2,395 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 14 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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Rosehill Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Watson Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,618 |
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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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408 Niles St, Unit Apt 2 | 408 Niles St | 3BR,2BA | $0.27 |
16 Delaware St, Unit 16 delaware st | 16 Delaware St | 3BR,1BA | $0.23 |
956 William St | 956 William St | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Madison at Elizabeth | 006 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
213 Broad St | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
333 E Jersey St, Unit 3A | 333 E Jersey St | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
312 S Spring St, Unit Attic Studio | 312 S Spring St | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora | 519 Monroe Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUnion Square, Elizabeth, NJ
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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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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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