Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ from $500 (109 Rentals)

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Palisades Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palisades Apartments

701 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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1500 Bergenline Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Bergenline Ave

1500 Bergenline AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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4409 Palisade Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4409 Palisade Ave

4409 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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2600 Summit Ave
Studio Apartments

2600 Summit Ave

2600 Summit AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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309-315 11th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

309-315 11th St

309-315 11th StUnion City, NJ 07087
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Union City Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union City Apartments

2102 Kennedy BlvdUnion City, NJ 07087
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The Stella on Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stella on Park

108 34th StUnion City, NJ 07087
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1405-1415 Palisade Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1405-1415 Palisade Ave

1405-1415 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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4809-4813 Broadway
3 Bedroom Apartments

4809-4813 Broadway

4809-4813 BroadwayUnion City, NJ 07087
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812 New York
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

812 New York

812 New YorkUnion City, NJ 07087
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380 Mountain Rd
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

380 Mountain Rd

380 Mountain RdUnion City, NJ 07087
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property at 134 71st St

134 71st St

GuttenbergNJ07093
property at 6515 JFK Blvd E

6515 JFK Blvd E

West New YorkNJ07093

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

property at 170 St Pauls Ave

170 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 6040 JFK Blvd E

6040 JFK Blvd E

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 8517 4th Ave

8517 4th Ave

North BergenNJ07047

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property at 579 Liberty Ave

579 Liberty Ave

Jersey CityNJ07307
property at 161 Palisade Ave

161 Palisade Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Rio Vista in the Union Hill neighborhood priced from $1,538. 4614 Park Ave Apartments in the Union Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rio Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,538
4614 Park Ave Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,600
3495 John F Kennedy Blvd4011BR,1BA$1,670
113 67th Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
505 57th Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Hudson Ridge ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,825
25-27 Sherman Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $2.13 price per square foot 262 North St Model at 262 North St, Unit 2A in the in the The Heights neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the 3256 John F Kennedy Blvd Model at 3256 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $2,750 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the The Heights 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.
262 North St, Unit 2A262 North St3BR,2BA$2.13
3256 John F Kennedy Blvd, Unit 23256 John F Kennedy Blvd3BR,1BA$2.12
6136 Jefferson St, Unit 26136 Jefferson St2BR,1BA$2.04
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.85
1617 78th St, Unit 21617 78th St2BR,2BA$2.00
2600 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Unit 5C2600 John F. Kennedy Blvd1BR,1BA$2.18
1306 Manhattan Ave, Unit BR1306 Manhattan Ave1BR,1BA$1.89
88 Oakland Ave, Unit 288 Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$2.09
6405 Durham Ave, Unit 1G6405 Durham Ave1BR,1BA$2.13
Rio Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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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

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 4614 Park Ave Apartments listed at $1,600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union City Apartment is $1,538 at Rio Vista.

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 $1,975 at Park West.

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.

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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.