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Normandy Village

The Rahway Collection

112-114 Walter St

145 Smith St

1595 E 2nd St

175 Madison Ave
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1444 Esterbrook Ave, Unit Apt 1

1048 North Ave

321 E 3rd St

Heritage Village at Rosegate, 55+ Community
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County Studio Apartments | $1,838 | $1,100 | $2,510 |
| Union County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $750 | $4,075 |
| Union County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $1,209 | $8,075 |
| Union County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $1,397 | $8,795 |
| Union County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,251 | $1,897 | $6,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union County is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union County?
The cheapest apartment in Union County is Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community which is listed at $1,229, while the average apartment in Union County costs $3,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Union County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Union County?
Cheap apartments in Union County have an average cost of $210 which is $3,740 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union County.
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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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