
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Union, NJ from $1,325 (59 Rentals)


945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz

Monroe Garden

Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall

Rutgers Arms

342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 1

Sheridan Gardens

Paradise Gardens

296 Wainwright St, Unit B3

Monroe Gardens
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Lockwood Village

Linden Arms, LLC

Westminster Arms

Ivy Hill Park Apartments

292 Wainwright St

Stuyvesant Gardens Irvington

999 Stuyvesant Ave

1278-1280 Clinton Ave

336 E Westfield Ave
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Townley Garden Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

300 E Westfield Ave

Union Square Apartments

Clinton House

Villager Apartments

Stuyvesant Gardens

47 Watson Ave

Lidgerwood Manor

broad manor apartments
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44-54 Rich St

653-663 N Broad St

1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

Amsterdam Gardens

977 Stuyvesant Avenue

NJ-52 SunBlossom Court

700 Chancellor Ave

Millburn Mews

130 Mill Rd

1141 Hand Place
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1244-1252 Springfield Ave

Schaefer Gardens

Carina Court

Rosehill Apartments

Sheridan Gardens

Elizabeth Towers - 62+ SENIOR

North Salem Terrace

Wyoming Villas Apartments

Grande Apartments

Webster Gardens
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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 | $1,833 | $1,125 | $2,597 |
| Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,325 | $4,550 |
| Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $1,685 | $8,075 |
| Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,188 | $2,450 | $8,795 |
| Union 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $2,975 | $2,975 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union?
The cheapest apartment in Union is Monroe Garden which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in Union costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union?
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 29 regular apartments in Union 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?
Cheap apartments in Union have an average cost of $169 which is $3,831 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Union.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
