
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (23 Rentals)
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531 Richmond St, Unit 1

Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community

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519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora

233 Pine St

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516 E Jersey St, Unit 3

516 E Jersey St, Unit 3
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516 E Jersey St

364 Williamson St

644 Maple Ave, Unit 1

Westminster Arms

Portside Commons Westport Homes

112 Westfield Ave

325 Cherry St
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944 Elizabeth Ave

Lidgerwood

1029 E Grand St

70 W Grand St

Harwood Homes

Bayway

707 Bonnett St
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167-169 Smith St

450 3rd Ave
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 | $1,866 | $1,200 | $2,066 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,229 | $2,854 |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,480 | $3,906 |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $2,300 | $3,500 |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,799 | $2,399 | $3,999 |
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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 |
| Harwood Homes | $2.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Bayway | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.10 price per square foot 140 E Jersey St Model at 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 716 Seaport Dr Model at 716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1 starting at $3,500 with a $2.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 | 140 E Jersey St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1 | 716 Seaport Dr | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 280 Morris Ave, Unit 2 | 280 Morris Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1025 Lafayette St | 1025 Lafayette St | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The James | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| 431-435 Morris Ave | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 516 E Jersey St, Unit 3 | 516 E Jersey St | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora | 519 Monroe Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Square Apartments
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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