
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union County, NC from $800 (28 Rentals)
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Room in House on Maylen Trace


1074 Bull Dog Ln

Monroe Apartments

Room in House on Eastcott Ave

Room in Townhome on Planters Trace Ln
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Monticello Gardens

Nottingham Apartments

Fairley Avenue

Sunset Apartments

Pinewood Trace

Woodbrook Apartment Homes

Chestnut Farm
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The Kendall

Total Monthly Price
Elwood Apartments

238 S Main St

Piedmont Lofts

306 E Hudson St

Elaine Street

Village Square Apartments
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Willow Glen

Icemorlee Apartments

317 E Phifer St

507 Hasty St

The Mill On Main

Chase on Monroe Apartments
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Union County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $850 | $2,250 |
| Union County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $895 | $2,187 |
| Union County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $1,030 | $2,562 |
| Union County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,205 | $2,981 |
| Union County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $2,145 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Union County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Monticello Gardens in the Icemorlee neighborhood priced from $985. Village Square Apartments in the Urban Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,033. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello Gardens | Updated | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Village Square Apartments | The Bedrock | Studio,1BA | $1,033 |
| Nottingham Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Sunset Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Woodbrook Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,245 |
| The Kendall | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Elwood Apartments | A2CM | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Pinewood Trace | 2 BR/1.5 BA TH | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Oaks at Monroe | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Waxhaw Mills Apartments | A1 Mill on Price - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,416 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union County, NC
As of May 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union County area is the $1.15 price per square foot 3 x 2 Intrigue C2SFsi Model at Wingate Meadows Rental Homes in the in the Urban Hills neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Union County apartment is the 6824 Creft Circle Model at 6824 Creft Circle, Unit Spacious 4BR Lake Park Townhome with Garage starting at $2,250 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Brandon Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wingate Meadows Rental Homes | 3 x 2 Intrigue C2SFsi | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| 6824 Creft Circle, Unit Spacious 4BR Lake Park Townhome with Garage | 6824 Creft Circle | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Poplin Trace | Caswell | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Founders Point | Glen | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Redwood Monroe | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Oaks at Monroe | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Pinewood Trace | 2 BR/1.5 BA TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| 4703 Potter Rd, Unit B | 4703 Potter Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Fairley Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Monticello Gardens | Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union County Apartment is $985 at Monticello Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union County is starting from $1,075 at Fairley Avenue.
What is the most affordable Union County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village Square Apartments and starts from $1,380.
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