
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ from $500 (104 Rentals)
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326 49th St

531 28th St

414 Paterson Plank Rd

607 Bergenline Ave, Unit 2
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3495 John F Kennedy Blvd

56 68th St, Unit 56 68th Street

131 64th St
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Magnolia Apartments

214 50th St

60 Webster Ave

Hudson Ridge Apartments

15 Irving St

101 North St

129 Franklin St

139 Hopkins Ave
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6212 Jackson Ave

3413 John F. Kennedy Blvd

155 HOPKINS Ave

146 Bowers St

158 Hopkins Ave, Unit First Floor

The New Durham

EHS Hudson Yards Campus

40 Booraem Ave

25 Senate Place

88 SOUTH St
Union City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Union City Studio Apartments | $3,473 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Union City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,092 | $1,490 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Union City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,382 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Union City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,616 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Union City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Union City, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Union City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Views at Hudson Pointe | $3,333 | $1,500 | 94 |
Downtown Union City | $4,988 | $1,490 | 192 |
West Hoboken | $5,200 | $1,490 | 258 |
Union Hill | $5,248 | $1,700 | 300 |
Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 3495 John F Kennedy Blvd in the The Heights neighborhood priced from $1,475. 113 67th Street in the Vista Pointe at Imperial Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3495 John F Kennedy Blvd | 006 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
113 67th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
EHS Hudson Yards Campus | Single Occupancy Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $0.40 price per square foot 86 Prospect St Model at 86 Prospect St, Unit #1 in the in the The Heights neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the 123 75th St Model at 123 75th St, Unit 3 starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Vista Pointe at Imperial Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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86 Prospect St, Unit #1 | 86 Prospect St | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
123 75th St, Unit 3 | 123 75th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
49 Hudson Pl, Unit 2 | 49 Hudson Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.21 |
6040 Boulevard E, Unit 30B | 6040 Boulevard E | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
32 Duer Pl, Unit 1 | 32 Duer Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
3604 - Park Avenue Palisades | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
245 Liberty Ave, Unit 2R | 245 Liberty Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
708 6th St, Unit 2 | 708 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
607 Bergenline Ave, Unit 2 | 607 Bergenline Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
968 Summit Ave, Unit 306 | 968 Summit Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Union City Overview
Living in the Union City at the heart of New Jersey is an experience of a lifetime. The City is vibrant and cosmopolitan with an aspect of diversification. Its proximity to New City makes it an ultimate choice to work and live there. The Union City, in particular, is the first place that should be on your mind.
Why live in Union City, NJ?
The defining experience is owed to its population density and proximity to New York City. The crime rate is low due to even distribution of families, towns, small apartment buildings and malls within the city. Union City is a multicultural society with diversification in social amenities. There are movie theatres, an array of restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Therefore, it is an exciting place for fun-loving individuals.
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Getting Around Union City, NJ
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union City is at Magnolia Apartments listed at $1,799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment is $1,475 at 3495 John F Kennedy Blvd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union City is starting from $2,000 at 6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ.
What is the most affordable Union City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 4603 Hudson Ave and starts from $2,400.
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