
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Union, NJ (523 Rentals)


1734 Burnet Ave, Unit Floor 1

968 Bonnel Ct

1181 Morris Ave

205 Arsdale Terrace

1419 Stuyvesant Ave.

1181 Morris Ave

MI Place at First Radio

Meridia Roselle Park 10

Birchwood Park
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Skyline Ridge

The Grand at Morris

Centurion Union Center

citivillage @ st. georges ave

Luxury Rental With Private Parking

The Villas

Parkside at Westfield

Jersey Walk

Summit Hill
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The Grand at Penn

Short Hills Gardens

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes

Canter Green

Vermella Union

Rutgers Arms

Meridia On Westfield
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The Park

Short Hills Club Village

Woodmont Station at Cranford

The Gleason

Sol at Vermella Union

The Club at Autumn Ridge

24 Springfield Ave

Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments

Parc at Maplewood
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The Madison at Elizabeth

Sofi Gaslight Commons

22 Cottage

Rosewood Gardens

5th Avenue Apartments

Crossings At Union

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Union, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Studio Apartments | $1,792 | $1,090 | $2,247 |
Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,350 | $4,750 |
| Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,319 | $1,795 | $9,100 |
| Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,758 | $2,575 | $9,195 |
| Union 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,920 | $3,100 | $6,741 |
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Union 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 11, 2026There are currently 355 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Union, NJ that range in price from $800 to $4,750. Livingston, Orchard Park and Union Center Gateway East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Union with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston | 98 | $2,209 | $800 |
| Orchard Park | 42 | $2,401 | $800 |
| Union Center Gateway East | 42 | $2,455 | $1,425 |
| Downtown Union | 41 | $2,465 | $1,425 |
| Battle Hill | 39 | $2,400 | $1,495 |
| Union Center Four Corners | 38 | $2,460 | $1,495 |
| Connecticut Farms | 33 | $2,195 | $1,495 |
| Westminster | 12 | $2,460 | $1,600 |
| Elizabeth River | 10 | $2,200 | $1,495 |
Largest Available Union 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Union, NJ is found at Birchwood Park in the Connecticut Farms neighborhood and is 1,410 square feet priced from $4,140. The Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,039 square feet and currently listed start at $2,868. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Union:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Park | $2.94/sq.ft. - 1B | 1,410 Sq Ft | $4,140 |
| The Park | 1 Bed/1 Bath-G Phase I | 1,039 Sq Ft | $2,868 |
| Summit Hill | One Bed One Bath | 999 Sq Ft | $2,530 |
| AVE Union | A3 Loft | 969 Sq Ft | $3,057 |
| Riverfront At Cranford Station | $3.37/sq.ft. - 1A | 950 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Metropolitan | $3.93/sq.ft. - AD-02 | 947 Sq Ft | $3,925 |
| The Grand at Penn | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 946 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| Vinty | A3 | 938 Sq Ft | $2,319 |
| The Villas | $3.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 840 Sq Ft | $2,590 |
| Spring Mill Manor | $3.55/sq.ft. - E | 784 Sq Ft | $2,785 |
Cheapest Available Union 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Union, NJ is the A1 Model starting from $1,500 at Lidgerwood in the Peterstown neighborhood. The second most affordable Union 1 Bedroom is the SG-1 Model at Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community starting at $1,525 in the Livingston neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Union is currently $2,421. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Union:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lidgerwood | A1 | $1,500 |
| Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community | SG-1 | $1,525 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | $1,525 |
| Chilton Hall Apartments | Chilton Hall - 1 BR 146-A1 | $1,652 |
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 06N | $1,669 |
| Harwood Homes | $3.14/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,695 |
| Cambridge Manor | $3.14/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | $1,795 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | $1,800 |
| Cheryl Gardens | One Bedroom | $1,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Union with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Union is at Lidgerwood listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Union Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Union is $2,421.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Union Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Union is a 1,410 square feet unit starting from $4,140 at Birchwood Park.
What is the average size for Union 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Union is currently 650 sq ft.
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