Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Union City Neighborhood of Union City, NJ from $1,500 (39 Rentals)

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property at 504 Central Ave

504 Central Ave

Jersey CityNJ07307

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property at 258 Hancock Ave

258 Hancock Ave

Jersey CityNJ07307
property at 2215 Grand Ave

2215 Grand Ave

North BergenNJ07047

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property at 95 Zabriskie St

95 Zabriskie St

Jersey CityNJ07307
property at 95 Zabriskie St

95 Zabriskie St

Jersey CityNJ07307

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property at 327 Columbia Ave

327 Columbia Ave

Jersey CityNJ07307
property at 120 Bowers St

120 Bowers St

Jersey CityNJ07307

Downtown Union City, Union City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Union City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Union City area of Union City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 3495 John F Kennedy Blvd priced from $1,500. Bergen Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Union City apartments for rent in Union City, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3495 John F Kennedy Blvd0061BR,1BA$1,500
Bergen Armsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,050
The MewsS3Studio,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Union City, NJ

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Union City area is the $1.53 price per square foot 76 Hague St Model at 76 Hague St, Unit 2R in the in the The Heights neighborhood starting from $2,299. The second greatest value Downtown Union City apartment is the 1020 Hudson St Model at 1020 Hudson St, Unit A5 starting at $3,700 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Maxwell Place on the Hudson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Union City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
76 Hague St, Unit 2R76 Hague St3BR,1BA$1.53
1020 Hudson St, Unit A51020 Hudson St2BR,1BA$2.64
805 Clinton St, Unit 2F805 Clinton St3BR,1BA$2.82
476 Gregory Ave, Unit 2476 Gregory Ave2BR,2BA$2.67
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.89
968 Summit Ave, Unit 401968 Summit Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.70
901 Grand Ave901 Grand Ave1BR,1BA$1.89
411 15th StThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$2.52
3539 Kennedy BlvdRight Wing2BR,1BA$2.81
Bergen Armsone bedroom1BR,1BA$2.51

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Union City

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Union City?

There are currently 1432 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Union City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $23,930. There are also 169 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Union City ranging from $1,500 to $14,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Union City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Union City ranges from $1,500 to $14,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,953.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Union City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Union City range from $2,299 to $23,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,160 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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