
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ from $800 (144 Rentals)
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813 7th St

3612 New York Ave

1104 Palisade Ave, Unit 4S

1620 Palisade Ave

1205 Bergenline Ave

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1205 Bergenline Ave, Unit 3

6th at West Hoboken

2605 New York Ave

4801 Palisade Ave
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4312 John F. Kennedy Blvd

1300 Central Ave

514 Monastery Pl

Palisades Apartments

1500 Bergenline Ave

4409 Palisade Ave

2600 Summit Ave

620 - OM-620 8th Street LLC

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The Stella on Park
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1106 - OM-1106 New York Avenue LLC

11th at West Hoboken

509 - Golden Crest 509 47th Street, LLC

1405-1415 Palisade Ave

1300-1304 Palisade Ave

4809-4813 Broadway

718 Sip St

Troy Towers

4603 Hudson Ave

325 79th St
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214 68th St

1309 6th St

Garden View Apartments

600.5 Grove St

22 69th St

229 71st St

6109 Jackson St

35-39-39 Fulton St

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149 Zabriskie St

149 Zabriskie St
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114 Lake St

6311 Dewey Ave

1107 72nd St

5213 JFK Blvd E

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66 Bevan St, Unit 6

81 70th St

203 South St

3600 Charles Ct

17 Hancock Ave

6040 JFK Blvd E
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Union City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Union City Studio Apartments | $3,225 | $1,500 | $7,360 |
| Cheap Union City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,792 | $800 | $9,997 |
| Cheap Union City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,818 | $1,740 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Union City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,121 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Union City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,439 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Union City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $13,166 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ
Pricing Updated: 09/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Union City, NJ area range in price from $800 to $25,000 with an overall median price of $3,591. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Union City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Views at Hudson Pointe | $2,800 | $1,150 | 176 |
| Union Hill | $3,276 | $1,675 | 278 |
| Downtown Union City | $4,085 | $800 | 232 |
| West Hoboken | $4,119 | $800 | 212 |
Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mirador at Union City in the The Heights neighborhood priced from $800. 214 68th St in the Vista Pointe at Imperial Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirador at Union City | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 214 68th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Garden View Apartments | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| 620 - OM-620 8th Street LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 7112 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 509 - Golden Crest 509 47th Street, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 11th at West Hoboken | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 525 - Golden Crest 525 60th Street, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ
As of September 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $1.52 price per square foot 1456 44th St Model at 1456 44th St, Unit 1456 44th St in the in the Union Hill neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 3309 Liberty starting at $2,950 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Union Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1456 44th St, Unit 1456 44th St | 1456 44th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 3309 Liberty | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 667 Liberty Ave, Unit # 1 | 667 Liberty Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 477 Liberty Ave, Unit 2 | 477 Liberty Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 6th at West Hoboken | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 200 Bowers St, Unit 3 | 200 Bowers St | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 728 Golden Ave, Unit 1 | 728 Golden Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 6709 Meadowview Ave, Unit 1 | 6709 Meadowview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 7112 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Garden View Apartments | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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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.
Union City, NJPopulation: 68,520
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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 $1,961.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment is $800 at Mirador at Union City.
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 $1,850 at 449 Pavonia Ave.
What is the most affordable Union City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Magnolia Apartments and starts from $3,565.
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