Cheap Homes for Rent in Union County, NJ from $800 (24 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Union County.

property at 1023 Voorhees St

$950 - $1,100

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$950 - $1,100

Total Monthly Price
$950 - $1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1023 Voorhees St

HillsideNJ07205

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

property at 70 W Grand St

$1,550

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,550

Total Monthly Price
$1,550

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

70 W Grand St

ElizabethNJ07202
property at 480 Parkway Dr

$1,600

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,600

Total Monthly Price
$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

480 Parkway Dr, Unit 3R

480 Parkway Dr
ClarkNJ07066
property at 557 S Broad St

$1,774

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,774

Total Monthly Price
$1,774

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

557 S Broad St, Unit C2

557 S Broad St
ElizabethNJ07202

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

property at 450 3rd Ave

$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,800

Total Monthly Price
$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

450 3rd Ave

ElizabethNJ07206

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Cheapest Available Union County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Union County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood priced from $1,229. Wood Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Wood Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Grove St ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
LidgerwoodA11BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union County area is the $1.10 price per square foot 140 E Jersey St Model at 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Union County apartment is the 716 Seaport Dr Model at 716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1 starting at $3,250 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
140 E Jersey St, Unit 1140 E Jersey St3BR,1BA$1.10
716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1716 Seaport Dr3BR,2BA$2.03
Lamberts Mill Village$2.86/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.04
280 Morris Ave, Unit 2280 Morris Ave4BR,1BA$1.98
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 12389 Mountain Ave2BR,1BA$1.67
Pineview Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
Ella GardensElla Gardens - 41BR,1BA$1.95
445 Fern Pl, Unit Bsmt445 Fern Pl1BR,1BA$1.83
516 E Jersey St, Unit 3516 E Jersey St2BR,1BA$2.00
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

Frequently Asked Questions about Union County

What type of rentals are currently available in Union County?

There are currently 1812 Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $850 to $25,585. There are also 196 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union County ranging from $800 to $8,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union County ranges from $800 to $8,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,926.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Union County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Union County range from $1,397 to $9,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,975 to $6,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,897.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals   article

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.

decorative image for Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags   article

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

decorative image for First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently article

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

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.