Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Union Neighborhood of Union, NJ from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Downtown Union, Union, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Union?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Union Studio Apartments | $2,390 | $1,250 | $3,403 |
Downtown Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,385 | $6,850 |
Downtown Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $2,000 | $7,275 |
Downtown Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,767 | $2,235 | $6,576 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Union Neighborhood of Union, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Union Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Union area of Union, NJ is a Studio unit found at Sol at Vermella Union priced from $1,921. Vermella Union has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,943. Here are the most affordable Downtown Union apartments for rent in Union, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sol at Vermella Union | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,921 |
Vermella Union | S5 - Vermella Union | Studio,1BA | $1,943 |
Normandy Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,020 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Maplewood | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $2,080 |
Avalon Maplewood | A1V-639 | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Union, NJ
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Union area is the $1.12 price per square foot 7 Sager Pl Model at 7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,235. The second greatest value Downtown Union apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Summit starting at $3,650 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Union apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R | 7 Sager Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.12 |
The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
Titan Union Luxury Apartments | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
1793 Springfield Ave, Unit A | 1793 Springfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
144 S Durand Pl, Unit 1L | 144 S Durand Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
596 Chestnut St, Unit E | 596 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
304 E Webster Ave, Unit B | 304 E Webster Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
75 Union Pl, Unit B3 | 75 Union Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
977 Chancellor Ave, Unit B2 | 977 Chancellor Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
50 Union Ave, Unit 1 | 50 Union Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Union, Union, NJ
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Union, Union, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Union?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Union is at Sol at Vermella Union listed at $1,921.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Union Apartment is $2,020 at Normandy Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Union is starting from $2,295 at The Crossings at Union.
What is the most affordable Downtown Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vermella Union and starts from $3,921.
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