
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Union Township, NJ from $1,200 (77 Rentals)
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Larchmont Manor

The Crossings at Union

Normandy Village

Vermella Union

Sol at Vermella Union

SKG Living at River Park in Union

The Club at Autumn Ridge

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Centurion Union Center

Schaefer Gardens
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Townley Garden Apartments

Stuyvesant Plaza

Centurion Union Center

517 Walnut St, Unit second

Maple Gardens

519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora

945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz

Monroe Garden

Sheridan Gardens

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Westminster Towers Apartments
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Linden Arms, LLC

Cambridge Manor

Edgar Gardens

Millburn on Main

Sunrise Village Apartments!

296 Wainwright St

Monroe Gardens

Watson Apartments

747 Valley Apartments

Lockwood Village
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Stiles Manor

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Hayes House

Short Hills Gardens

Rosewood Gardens

Meridia Roselle Park 10

22 Cottage

Westminster Arms

Garwood Gardens Apartments

1080 Pine Ave
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Turtle Village

The James

Chilton Hall Apartments

Chestnut Station

The Avion

The Madison at Elizabeth

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Village Court

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes

Tudor Court
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Union Township, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Union Township?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Union Township Studio Apartments | $1,870 | $1,400 | $2,284 |
| Cheap Union Township 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $1,325 | $4,075 |
| Cheap Union Township 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $1,645 | $7,975 |
| Cheap Union Township 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,284 | $2,575 | $8,695 |
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Cheapest Available Union Township Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Union Township, NJ is a Studio unit found at Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,285. Sheridan Gardens in the Westminster neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Union Township apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 06L | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Linden Arms, LLC | Studio - Large | Studio,1BA | $1,480 |
| Monroe Garden | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Edgar Gardens | Edgar Gardens Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sunrise Village Apartments! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Cambridge Manor | $2.77/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Township, NJ
As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Township area is the $2.41 price per square foot 3 Bedroom L Ranch Model at Short Hills Club Village in the in the South Mountain neighborhood starting from $3,885. The second greatest value Union Township apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan starting at $3,300 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Union Township apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Hills Club Village | 3 Bedroom L Ranch | 3BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 255 Tuscan | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.20 |
| Centurion Elizabeth | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The James | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| South Orange Rose Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 296 Wainwright St | 296 Wainwright St | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora | 519 Monroe Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Union Township Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Union Township?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Union Township is at Maple Gardens listed at $1,285.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Township Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Union Township Apartment is $1,500 at Monroe Garden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Union Township Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Union Township is starting from $1,645 at Monroe Garden.
What is the most affordable Union Township Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Union Township Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Union and starts from $3,310.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.