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Union City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, CA is a Studio unit found at Niles Station Apartments in the Niles neighborhood priced from $1,595. Bon Tanna Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Niles Station ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,595
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,855
Glen OaksJr. One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,986
Bridge Bay ApartmentsBeachgrove1BR,1BA$2,080
Garden Village ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $2.91 price per square foot 3X2 Model at The Huntley Apartments in the in the Fairway Park neighborhood starting from $3,349. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the C1 Model at Sofi Union City starting at $3,705 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Fairway Park 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.
The Huntley Apartments3X23BR,2BA$2.91
Sofi Union CityC13BR,1.5BA$3.31
Heritage VillageCambridge2BR,2BA$3.02
Parc Medallion ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.73
Grand at SoHay (Dixon FKA Foothill Townhomes)2x22BR,2BA$3.24
Crestview TerraceVenezia1BR,1BA$3.24
Cadence ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.16
Glenmills ApartmentsModel 1A1BR,1BA$2.91
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.85
Glen OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union City

What type of rentals are currently available in Union City?

There are currently 489 Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $8,000. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union City ranging from $1,400 to $5,995.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union City ranges from $1,400 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,326.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Union City range from $2,239 to $4,799, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.