
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Union Square Neighborhood of New York, NY (56 Rentals)
Apartments in the Union Square area of New York with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


73 Fifth Ave

Parker Gramercy

34 W 17th St

35XV

21 E 12th St

Altair 18

The Bullmoose

37 E 12th St

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55-61 W 17th St

594-602 Avenue of the Americas

31 W 11th St

Gramercy Arms

33 Union Sq W

Carlyle Court

The ACTWU Building

3 W 16th St

8 Union Square South

12 W 18th St
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9 E 13th St

21 W 17th St

14 W 14th St

222 Park Ave S

3 W 13th St

116 University Pl

61 Fifth Ave

34 E 13th St

40 W 15th St

Jade
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8 W 13th St

20 E 20th St

The Oculus Condominium

49 East 19th Street

58 W 15th St

8 E 12th St

840 Broadway

57 Irving Pl

31 W 12th St

61 Irving Pl
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254 Park Ave S

69 Irving Pl

260 Park Ave S

101 West 14th

100 W 18th St

97 5th Ave

96 Fifth Ave

16 E 18th St

Flatiron 18

44 W 14th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square Studio Apartments | $5,112 | $3,394 | $6,730 |
| Union Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,809 | $3,650 | $10,000+ |
| Union Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $10,801 | $5,930 | $10,000+ |
| Union Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,622 | $8,495 | $10,000+ |
| Union Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,908 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Union Square, New York, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Union Square
How much are Studio apartments in Union Square?
There are currently 235 Studio Apartments in Union Square with rent ranges from $4,500 to $6,730 with an average price of $9,450.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Union Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Union Square ranges from $3,650 to $11,510 with an average monthly rent of $6,809.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Union Square range from $5,930 to $17,319. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $10,801.
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