Cheap Homes for Rent in Union City, NJ from $1,500 (100 Rentals)

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property at 85 Laidlaw Ave

$1,750 - $2,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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85 Laidlaw Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 124 74th St

$1,775

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$1,775

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$1,775

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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124 74th St

North BergenNJ07047

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property at 901 Grand Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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901 Grand Ave, Unit A3

901 Grand Ave
North BergenNJ07047
property at 7 Beacon Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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7 Beacon Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 8517 4th Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8517 4th Ave, Unit C4

8517 4th Ave
North BergenNJ07047
property at 55 Van Reipen Ave

$1,895

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$1,895

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$1,895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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55 Van Reipen Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 1018 Koelle Blvd

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1018 Koelle Blvd, Unit 1

1018 Koelle Blvd
SecaucusNJ07094
property at 509 Palisade Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

509 Palisade Ave

Union CityNJ07087
property at 10 Huron Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10 Huron Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
property at 10 Huron Ave

$1,900 - $2,300

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$1,900 - $2,300

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$1,900 - $2,300

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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10 Huron Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306

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property at 6515 JFK Blvd E

$1,900 - $3,150

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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6515 JFK Blvd E

West New YorkNJ07093
property at 7222 Broadway

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7222 Broadway, Unit 6

7222 Broadway
North BergenNJ07047
property at 1458 45th St

$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1458 45th St

North BergenNJ07047
property at 1700 Kennedy Blvd

$1,975

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$1,975

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$1,975

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1700 Kennedy Blvd, Unit 11

1700 Kennedy Blvd
Union CityNJ07087
property at 110 39th St

$1,980

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$1,980

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$1,980

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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110 39th St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 112 39th St

$1,980

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$1,980

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$1,980

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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112 39th St, Unit 1

112 39th St
Union CityNJ07087

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property at 528 47th St

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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528 47th St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 6015 Boulevard E

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6015 Boulevard E, Unit 5A

6015 Boulevard E
West New YorkNJ07093

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property at 1906 Paterson Plank Rd

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1906 Paterson Plank Rd

North BergenNJ07047

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Union City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Union City, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/02/2026

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
Downtown Union City$3,400$1,80049
West Hoboken$3,695$1,80056
Union Hill$3,990$1,89568
Views at Hudson Pointe$4,800$1,67554

Cheapest Available Union City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Union City, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at 518 10th Street in the The Heights neighborhood priced from $1,507. 505 57th St in the Union Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
518 10th Street2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,507
505 57th St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
525 60th St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union City area is the $1.67 price per square foot 5217 Liberty Ave Model at 5217 Liberty Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Union Hill neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Union City apartment is the 5206 Cottage Ave Model at 5206 Cottage Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,400 with a $2.13 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.
5217 Liberty Ave, Unit 2nd floor5217 Liberty Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
5206 Cottage Ave, Unit 15206 Cottage Ave3BR,2BA$2.13
Solo at Hudson82BR,2BA$2.09
303 Park Ave, Unit SecondFloor303 Park Ave2BR,2BA$1.49
6th at West Hoboken2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.80
134 71st St, Unit 1134 71st St1BR,1BA$1.85
31 67th St, Unit 831 67th St1BR,1BA$2.13
4404 Liberty Ave, Unit 24404 Liberty Ave1BR,1BA$2.13
15 Bleecker St, Unit First Floor15 Bleecker StStudio ,1BA$2.13
518 10th Street2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.20

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Union City, NJ
Population: 68,520

Ranked #529

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Union City

What type of rentals are currently available in Union City?

There are currently 5119 Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $40,000. There are also 508 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union City ranging from $1,500 to $30,000.

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 $1,500 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,311.

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 $2,075 to $29,296, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,210 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,350.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.