Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $800 (9 Rentals)

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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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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, 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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1,700
The JamesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $2.64 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Luxury Rental With Private Parking in the in the Peterstown neighborhood starting from $2,705. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 206 Fulton St Model at 206 Fulton St, Unit 6 starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 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.
Luxury Rental With Private Parking2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.64
206 Fulton St, Unit 6206 Fulton St3BR,1BA$2.20
The Madison at Elizabeth013 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den1BR,1BA$2.61
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.07
163 Court St, Unit 2nd Floor Center Unit163 Court St2BR,1BA$2.58
224 3rd St, Unit 6224 3rd St2BR,1BA$2.63
439 Marshall St, Unit 2439 Marshall St2BR,1BA$2.57
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora519 Monroe Ave1BR,1BA$2.29
1144 E Grand St, Unit 3001144 E Grand StStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Union Square, Elizabeth, NJ

Ranked #5

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Jersey and customized analysis for West New York City. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 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.

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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