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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 1 Bed unit found at Bon Tanna Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood priced from $1,855. Niles Station in the Niles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,855
Niles StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Fremont Pines ApartmentsPinebrookStudio,1BA$1,899
Casa Arroyo Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,950
Sofi Union CityA21BR,1BA$1,971

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA

As of November 12, 2025 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 3X2 Model at The Huntley Apartments starting at $3,449 with a $2.99 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.
Hurst Highland Villageoh 3x2TH3BR,2BA$2.36
The Huntley Apartments3X23BR,2BA$2.99
Solstice3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM3BR,2BA$2.64
Grand at SoHay (Dixon FKA Foothill Townhomes)2x1.5C2BR,1.5BA$2.30
Mission Bay2x22BR,2BA$2.89
Greenleaf2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$2.64
eaves Union CityB12BR,1BA$2.91
Mosaic on Mission2 Bed - 70%2BR,1BA$2.94
Mission Heights ApartmentsSanta Cruz1BR,1BA$2.79
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Union City, CA

Ranked #369

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Union City

What type of rentals are currently available in Union City?

There are currently 484 Apartments for Rent in Union City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,770 to $7,595. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union City ranging from $2,000 to $5,500.

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 $2,000 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,392.

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 $2,718 to $7,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.