Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA from $1,855 (71 Rentals)

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Los Robles
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles

32300 Almaden BlvdUnion City, CA 94587
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Sofi Union City
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Union City

31770 Alvarado BlvdUnion City, CA 94587
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Rosewood Townhomes
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Rosewood Townhomes

2345 Kennedy AveUnion City, CA 94587
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property at 29800 Mission Blvd
$1,295

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Base Rent$1,295
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1
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29800 Mission Blvd

HaywardCA94544
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Casa Serena
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$1,875 - $2,795

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Base Rent$1,875 - $2,795
Total Monthly Price$1,875 - $2,795
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Casa Serena

36000 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94536
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property at 365 Morrison Canyon Rd
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000
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Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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365 Morrison Canyon Rd

FremontCA94536
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property at 27162 Tampa Ave
$2,599
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Rentals
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27162 Tampa Ave
HaywardCA94544
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Harris Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Court

742 Harris CtHayward, CA 94544
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Huntwood Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Huntwood Commons

27901 Huntwood AveHayward, CA 94544
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Timberlane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Timberlane Apartments

382 Harris RdHayward, CA 94544
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Bart Springs Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bart Springs Apartments

29033 Dixon StHayward, CA 94544
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Bart Plaza Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bart Plaza Apartments

29360 Dixon StHayward, CA 94544
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Union City, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Union City, CA area range in price from $1,550 to $7,788 with an overall median price of $2,845. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Union City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Union City East Outer Hayward$2,845$1,550219

Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Grand Townhomes at SoHay' in the Hayward Highland neighborhood priced from $1,999. Niles Station in the Niles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,048. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Grand Townhomes at SoHay'JR1x11BR,1BA$1,999
Niles StationFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$2,048
Bridge Bay ApartmentsBeachgrove1BR,1BA$2,080
ParksideStudioStudio,1BA$2,081
Alvarado Senior LivingThe Leandro Suite1BR,1BA$2,100
Casa Serena1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$2,145
Lord Tennyson ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,156
Ardenwood Forest Rental CondosElmStudio,1BA$2,200
Parkway Green1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,220
Greenleaf2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$2,244

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $2.36 price per square foot oh 3x2TH Model at Hurst Highland Village in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM Model at Solstice starting at $2,980 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hurst Highland Villageoh 3x2TH3BR,2BA$2.36
Solstice3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM3BR,2BA$2.64
Camden Village2 Bed 1.5 Bath Plan T2BR,1.5BA$3.14
Baywood ApartmentsUnit G32BR,1BA$2.77
Lord Tennyson ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.37
Mission Sierra ApartmentsThe Resort2BR,2BA$3.03
Summerhill Place Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.32
Greenleaf2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$2.64
Adrienne Village2x12BR,1BA$3.07
Parkway Green1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.36

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Union City Overview

Union City is a picturesque, small city in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. It is well-known for its idyllic state, offering beautiful homes and apartments, safe neighborhoods, and pretty parks and gardens. Residents can enjoy essential services, amenities, and community activities within a close distance, courtesy of accessible pedestrian paths and public transportation. Ultimately, if you are looking for the best places to live in California, look no further than apartments in Union City.

Why live in Union City, CA?

Once you look at the apartments in Union City, you will understand why it is such a desirable place to live. You will find exceptional apartment and condo layouts, designs, and locations. You will also experience high-quality living standards, with green spaces galore, top-notch schools, and numerous amenities. Couple these aspects of the town with a family-oriented community looking out for one another, supporting local businesses, and maintaining a high level of safety and order, and you have a dream city. While most residents work outside of the town and dislike the long commute times, they value returning to a relatively quiet and charming residential area. Naturally, living in the Bay Area is an advantage all on its own. You will delight in the year-round mild weather and above-average sunny days, perfect for enjoying nearby trails or beaches.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Union City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union City is under $2,244.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union City?

The cheapest apartment in Union City is The Grand Townhomes at SoHay' which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Union City costs $2,845.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Union City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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