Cheap Homes for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $1,100 (9 Rentals)

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70 W Grand St

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
LidgerwoodA11BR,1BA$1,500
BaywayB22BR,1BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ

As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $1.98 price per square foot 280 Morris Ave Model at 280 Morris Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 1025 Lafayette St Model at 1025 Lafayette St starting at $2,700 with a $2.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
280 Morris Ave, Unit 2280 Morris Ave4BR,1BA$1.98
1025 Lafayette St1025 Lafayette St3BR,1BA$2.45
The James2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.48
Luxury Rental With Private ParkingB-1: 220, 320, 420, 5201BR,1BA$2.52
431-435 Morris Ave2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.50
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.20
516 E Jersey St, Unit 3516 E Jersey St2BR,1BA$2.00
1155 Elizabeth Ave, Unit 1155-21155 Elizabeth Ave1BR,1BA$2.40
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora519 Monroe Ave1BR,1BA$2.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Union Square?

There are currently 534 Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $4,000. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Square ranging from $1,150 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union Square ranges from $1,150 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,555.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Union Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Union Square range from $2,100 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,375.

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