
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Union Center Gateway East Neighborhood of Union, NJ from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Rutgers Arms

88 Mill Rd, Unit B2

Monroe Gardens

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Union Center Gateway East, Union, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Center Gateway East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Center Gateway East Studio Apartments | $2,034 | $1,744 | $2,213 |
| Union Center Gateway East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,339 | $1,000 | $3,640 |
| Union Center Gateway East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $1,595 | $4,580 |
| Union Center Gateway East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $2,220 | $4,842 |
| Union Center Gateway East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,937 | $2,550 | $5,325 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Union Center Gateway East Neighborhood of Union, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Union Center Gateway East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Union Center Gateway East 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 $1,725. Here are the most affordable Union Center Gateway East apartments for rent in Union, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Larchmont Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Stiles Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,744 |
| Stiles Arms | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Vermella Union | S4 - Vermella Union | Studio,1BA | $1,885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Center Gateway East, NJ
As of February 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Center Gateway East 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 Union Center Gateway East apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan starting at $3,650 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Center Gateway East 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 |
| 255 Tuscan | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.13 |
| 32 Union Pl, Unit 2FL | 32 Union Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 51 Lincoln Pl, Unit First floor | 51 Lincoln Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Villas | $2.49/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| The Cove at Springfield | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 93 Hughes St | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| 88 Mill Rd, Unit B2 | 88 Mill Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Center Gateway East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Union Center Gateway East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Union Center Gateway East is under $1,999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Union Center Gateway East?
The cheapest apartment in Union Center Gateway East is Rutgers Arms which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Union Center Gateway East costs $4,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Union Center Gateway East?
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 Union Center Gateway East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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