Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Union Neighborhood of Union, NJ from $800 (17 Rentals)

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Felicia Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Felicia Village

1006 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Colonial Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Village

44 Paine AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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977 Stuyvesant Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

977 Stuyvesant Avenue

977-983 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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700 Chancellor Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

700 Chancellor Ave

700 Chancellor AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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130 Mill Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

130 Mill Rd

130 Mill RdIrvington, NJ 07111
Corporate Housing
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Grande Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grande Apartments

220-254 W Sumner AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Schaefer Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Schaefer Gardens

35 Sumner AveUnion Township, NJ 07083
Senior Living
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Downtown Union, Union, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Union Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Union area of Union, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Rutgers Arms priced from $1,550. Larchmont Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Union apartments for rent in Union, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rutgers Arms1BR1BR,1BA$1,550
Larchmont Manor1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,650
Normandy Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
Sol at Vermella UnionS2Studio,1BA$2,005
The Villas$2.49/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Union, NJ

As of January 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Union area is the $0.96 price per square foot 83 Sheridan St Model at 83 Sheridan St, Unit 2 in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Union apartment is the 28 Young Ave Model at 28 Young Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Livingston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Union apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
83 Sheridan St, Unit 283 Sheridan St3BR,1BA$0.96
28 Young Ave, Unit 228 Young Ave3BR,2BA$1.32
255 Tuscan2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft2BR,2.5BA$2.13
The Club at Autumn RidgeThe Birch2BR,2BA$2.22
280 PARK PLACE2A & 2B2BR,2BA$2.22
331 Union Ave, Unit 2nd floor331 Union Ave3BR,1BA$2.35
21 Leslie Pl21 Leslie Pl2BR,1BA$1.70
The Cove at SpringfieldOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Rutgers Arms1BR1BR,1BA$1.94
75 Union Pl, Unit B375 Union Pl1BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Union, Union, NJ

Ranked #2

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Union. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Union Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Union?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Union is Rutgers Arms which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Downtown Union costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 5 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Union?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Union have an average cost of $172 which is $3,028 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Union.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!