
Cheap Homes for Rent in Union County, NJ from $1,100 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Union County.


70 W Grand St

824 Bayway, Unit 1a

15A Carolyn Ter, Unit 1

15A Carolyn Terrace
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573 4th Ave

544 E Milton Ave

30 E Henry St, Unit 3
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114 Marshall St

1050 Anna St

230 Trumbull St

1566 Clinton Pl

45 Cherry St

345 Mitchell Ave
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501-503 Morris Avenue Unit

1150 E Grand St

220 3rd St

1021 Grandview Ave

80 E Milton Ave, Unit 1503

747 Adams Ave, Unit 1stFloor

660 McKinley St, Unit 2 bedroom

1156 Passaic Ave
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325-327 John St

28 Niles St
Union County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Union County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Union County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,801 | $1,995 | $4,000 |
Union County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,040 | $2,000 | $5,600 |
Union County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,673 | $2,800 | $7,500 |
Union County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
Union County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,133 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Union County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union County, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Rahway Collection priced from $1,200. Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Rahway Collection | Studio Ross | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
130 Mill Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Union County area is the $0.15 price per square foot 234 Clark Pl Model at 234 Clark Pl, Unit 2R in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Union County apartment is the 785 Audrey Dr Model at 785 Audrey Dr, Unit 1 starting at $2,150 with a $0.22 price per square foot . 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. |
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234 Clark Pl, Unit 2R | 234 Clark Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.15 |
785 Audrey Dr, Unit 1 | 785 Audrey Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
26 Grove St, Unit 1st Floor | 26 Grove St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
1760 Winfield St, Unit #1 | 1760 Winfield St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
337 Bond St | 337 Bond St | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
THE GRAND AT MORRIS | 2 Bed +Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
307 Amity St, Unit amity | 307 Amity St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Riverside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2 | 1115 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Union County
What type of rentals are currently available in Union County?
There are currently 1736 Apartments for Rent in Union County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $850 to $8,795. There are also 146 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union County ranging from $1,150 to $15,000.
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 $1,150 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,716.
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 $8,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,897.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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