
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Livingston Neighborhood of Union, NJ from $700 (30 Rentals)
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148 Chilton St

47 Saint James Pl, Unit 3

Paradise Gardens

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Westminster Towers Apartments

Linden Arms, LLC

292 Wainwright St
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129 Chancellor Ave

Felicia Village

653-663 N Broad St

Colonial Village

103 Chancellor

336 E Westfield Ave

Wainwright Street Arms
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300 E Westfield Ave

343 Schley St

Continental Gardens

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112 Westfield Ave

325 Cherry St

Rainbow Gardens
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700 Chancellor Ave

North Salem Terrace

130 Mill Rd

Grande Apartments

Salem Equity

Schaefer Gardens

775 N Broad St
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Livingston, Union, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Livingston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston Studio Apartments | $1,838 | $1,250 | $2,135 |
| Livingston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,000 | $3,081 |
| Livingston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,844 | $975 | $4,340 |
| Livingston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,800 | $4,803 |
| Livingston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,550 | $2,550 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Livingston Neighborhood of Union, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Livingston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Livingston area of Union, NJ is a Studio unit found at Linden Arms, LLC priced from $1,470. Rutgers Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Livingston apartments for rent in Union, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Arms, LLC | Studio - Large | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Edgar Gardens | Edgar Gardens Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Stiles Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,644 |
| Paradise Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Livingston, NJ
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Livingston area is the $0.26 price per square foot 322 Westfield Ave Model at 322 Westfield Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Elmora neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Livingston apartment is the 32 Union Pl Model at 32 Union Pl, Unit 2FL starting at $2,700 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Livingston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Livingston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 322 Westfield Ave, Unit 2 | 322 Westfield Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 32 Union Pl, Unit 2FL | 32 Union Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 176 Weequahic Ave | 176 Weequahic Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Westminster | 406 Westminster Avenue Apt 213 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| The James | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| 2505 Girard Pl, Unit 2505GirardPlace#2 | 2505 Girard Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 47 Saint James Pl, Unit 3 | 47 Saint James Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Paradise Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Best Local Schools in Livingston, Union, NJ
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Livingston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Livingston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Livingston is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Livingston?
The cheapest apartment in Livingston is Rutgers Arms which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Livingston costs $4,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Livingston?
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 7 regular apartments in Livingston 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 Livingston?
Cheap apartments in Livingston have an average cost of $103 which is $4,847 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Livingston.
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