
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union, MO from $500 (29 Rentals)
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Chapel Ridge of Union

Stoneridge Townhomes

Whispering Meadows

Hummingbird Heights

990 S Lay Ave

Village on the Green
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Washington Terrace

Preserve at Research Park

Enclave at Winghaven

ReNew WestGlen

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6 S Center St

202 Bland St
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610 Blair St

159 Arborview Dr

618 Carolee Ct

58 Weis Ave

Riverbend Estates III

6806 Tree Top

715 Walnut St
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2004 E Fifth St
Union, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Studio Apartments | $1,420 | $1,420 | $1,420 |
| Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $680 | $1,957 |
| Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $875 | $2,815 |
| Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,410 | $1,300 | $3,185 |
| Union 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $3,000 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Union Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at 990 S Lay Ave priced from $710. Osage Estates Apartments in the Gray Summit neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1,150 |
| Cedar Lakes Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,155 |
| Walden Pond | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Washington Terrace | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Enclave at Winghaven | The Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Southernside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,331 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union, MO and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union area is the $1.21 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Southernside Apartments in the in the Tysons Corner neighborhood starting from $1,331. The second greatest value Union apartment is the 2 Bedroom Upstairs Model at Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes starting at $1,150 with a $1.12 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Union apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southernside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Madison Rockwood | The Logan | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Cedar Lakes Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Washington Terrace | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Walden Pond | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Chapel Ridge of Union | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 990 S Lay Ave | 990 South Lay | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Apartment is $710 at 990 S Lay Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union is starting from $950 at Osage Estates Apartments.
What is the most affordable Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osage Estates Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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