Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (9 Rentals)
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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 | $4,452 | $1,100 | $6,300 |
Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,443 | $3,300 | $9,050 |
Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,213 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,926 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,810 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Union Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Square area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 14 St Marks Pl priced from $1,100. 315 E 58th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,000. Here are the most affordable Union Square apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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14 St Marks Pl | STU | Studio, | $1,100 |
315 E 58th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
221 2nd Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Square, NY
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union Square area is the $9.32 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 85 E 10th St in the in the Gramercy-Flatiron neighborhood starting from $10,250. The second greatest value Union Square apartment is the 3 Bed Model at 344-348 E 18th St starting at $7,395 with a $7.21 price per square foot in the Gramercy-Flatiron 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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85 E 10th St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $9.32 |
344-348 E 18th St | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $7.21 |
315 E 58th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
Courtney House | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $8.19 |
96 Fifth Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.92 |
221 2nd Avenue | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $6.70 |
14 St Marks Pl | STU | Studio ,0.5BA | $5.50 |
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Getting Around the Union Square Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
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World-class public transportation
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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 14 St Marks Pl listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Square Apartment is $3,750 at 315 E 58th St.
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 $3,800 at 315 E 58th St.
What is the most affordable Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 315 E 58th St and starts from $5,000.
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