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6404 Park Ave, Unit 42

6515 JFK Blvd E

6109 Monroe Pl

901 Grand Ave, Unit A3

39 Millridge Rd

426 78th St

8517 4th Ave, Unit A3

8517 4th Ave, Unit B1

112 Irving St
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7812 Hudson Ave

6605 Durham Ave

620 38th St

620 38th St

1104 Palisade Ave, Unit 4L

411 51st St

1200 Central Ave, Unit B3

119 Oakland Ave

74 69th St

311 79th St, Unit 38
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413-415 9th St

217 44th St

258 Hancock Ave, Unit Ground floor

431 Monmouth St

584 Gregory Ave

5407 Jackson St

435 79TH St

1300 Central Ave

64 Cambridge Ave

379 Liberty Ave
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817 15th St, Unit 3

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hell's Kitchen, Unit B

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hell's Kitchen, Unit A

1120 50th St

417 19th St

295 Park

138 Chestnut Ave

18 74th St

Furnished Studio-Secaucus - New York City Area

1810 Palisade Ave, Unit 1R
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90 Hancock Ave

107 Poplar St, Unit 2

56 Cottage St, Unit 403

333 Fairmount Ave

53 64th St

254 1st St

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hell's Kitchen, Unit A

678 Chestnut Pl

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Hell's Kitchen, Unit B

27 Graham St
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Union City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Union City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,341 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Union City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,780 | $2,110 | $10,000+ |
| Union City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,353 | $2,530 | $10,000+ |
| Union City 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ
Pricing Updated: 08/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Union City, NJ area range in price from $800 to $15,507 with an overall median price of $3,627. 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 | $2,900 | $1,150 | 148 |
| Union Hill | $3,260 | $1,700 | 282 |
| West Hoboken | $4,093 | $800 | 218 |
| Downtown Union City | $4,107 | $800 | 229 |
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. 165 Hopkins Ave in the Journal Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. 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 |
| 165 Hopkins Ave | 165 Hopkins Ave - 12 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 11th at West Hoboken | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 449 Pavonia Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Magnolia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,897 |
| 6th at West Hoboken | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $1.83 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 3309 Liberty in the in the Union Hill neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the 23 Sherman Pl Model at 23 Sherman Pl, Unit 2 starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3309 Liberty | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 23 Sherman Pl, Unit 2 | 23 Sherman Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 257 Liberty Ave, Unit Floor 2 | 257 Liberty Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 6th at West Hoboken | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 20 63rd St | 20 63rd Apt 5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 7208 Tonnelle Ave, Unit 1 | 7208 Tonnelle Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 134 71st St, Unit 1 | 134 71st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 6709 Meadowview Ave, Unit 1 | 6709 Meadowview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 41 Leonard St, Unit First Floor Unit #1 | 41 Leonard St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 124 73rd St, Unit #3 | 124 73rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Union City
What type of rentals are currently available in Union City?
There are currently 5124 Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $16,438. There are also 480 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union City ranging from $1,600 to $24,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union City ranges from $1,600 to $24,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,766.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Union City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Union City range from $1,500 to $16,438, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,110 to $12,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,530 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.