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property at 6115 Washington St

6115 Washington St

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 119 60th St

119 60th St

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 119 60th St

119 60th St

West New YorkNJ07093

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 6601 Broadway

6601 Broadway

West New YorkNJ07093

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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property at 204 Willow Ave

204 Willow Ave

HobokenNJ07030
property at 201 St Pauls Ave

201 St Pauls Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 139 Shippen St

139 Shippen St

WeehawkenNJ07086
property at 6040 JFK Blvd E

6040 JFK Blvd E

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 16 Cottage St

16 Cottage St

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 4914 Park Ave

4914 Park Ave

WeehawkenNJ07086

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property at 17-19-19 68th St

17-19-19 68th St

GuttenbergNJ07093
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Union City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/23/2025

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$4,424$1,50092
Downtown Union City$4,988$1,475192
West Hoboken$5,237$1,475260
Union Hill$5,549$1,500309

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. 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
3495 John F Kennedy Blvd0061BR,1BA$1,475
4614 Park Ave Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,600
Magnolia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,799
Bergen Armsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ

As of July 24, 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 6040 Boulevard E Model at 6040 Boulevard E, Unit 30B starting at $2,750 with a $2.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
86 Prospect St, Unit #186 Prospect St4BR,2BA$0.40
6040 Boulevard E, Unit 30B6040 Boulevard E1BR,1BA$2.29
49 Hudson Pl, Unit 249 Hudson Pl3BR,2BA$2.21
32 Duer Pl, Unit 132 Duer Pl2BR,1BA$2.27
6th at West Hoboken - Union City, NJ2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.85
Rebeka 58001 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.25
324 Liberty Ave, Unit Hutton St324 Liberty Ave1BR,1BA$1.48
1451 52nd St, Unit 11451 52nd St3BR,1BA$2.30
68 West Utopia1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.27
607 Bergenline Ave, Unit 2607 Bergenline Ave1BR,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union City

What type of rentals are currently available in Union City?

There are currently 4834 Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $27,995. There are also 719 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union City ranging from $860 to $45,000.

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 $860 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,987.

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 $2,200 to $26,257, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,080 to $27,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.