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

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531 28th St

Union CityNJ07087
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Palisades Apartments
Studio Apartments

Palisades Apartments

701 Palisade AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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1500 Bergenline Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Bergenline Ave

1500 Bergenline AveUnion City, NJ 07087
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4409 Palisade Ave
1 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
1 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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4603 Hudson Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4603 Hudson Ave

4601-4603 Hudson AveUnion 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
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

812 New York

812 New YorkUnion City, NJ 07087
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380 Mountain Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

380 Mountain Rd

380 Mountain RdUnion City, NJ 07087
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property at 214 50th St

214 50th St

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 15 Irving St

15 Irving St

Jersey CityNJ07307

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property at 6212 Jackson Ave

6212 Jackson Ave

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 88 SOUTH St

88 SOUTH St

Jersey CityNJ07307

Union City, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Views at Hudson Pointe$3,333$1,50094
Downtown Union City$4,988$1,490192
West Hoboken$5,200$1,490258
Union Hill$5,248$1,700300

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3495 John F Kennedy Blvd0061BR,1BA$1,475
113 67th Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700
Magnolia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
EHS Hudson Yards CampusSingle Occupancy Room1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
86 Prospect St, Unit #186 Prospect St4BR,2BA$0.40
123 75th St, Unit 3123 75th St3BR,1BA$2.00
49 Hudson Pl, Unit 249 Hudson Pl3BR,2BA$2.21
6040 Boulevard E, Unit 30B6040 Boulevard E1BR,1BA$2.29
32 Duer Pl, Unit 132 Duer Pl2BR,1BA$2.27
3604 - Park Avenue Palisades2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.99
245 Liberty Ave, Unit 2R245 Liberty Ave2BR,1BA$1.99
708 6th St, Unit 2708 6th St2BR,1BA$2.33
607 Bergenline Ave, Unit 2607 Bergenline Ave1BR,1BA$2.30
968 Summit Ave, Unit 306968 Summit Ave2BR,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

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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