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240 Burkley Pl

240 Burkley Pl, Unit 1B

301 Tucker Ave

300 Concord Ave, Unit 2nd Floor
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204 Baltimore Ave

140 Leslie St

308 Ohio St

1181 Morris Ave

64 40th St
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604 Chestnut St, Unit 604 C Chestnut St, Unit 604 C Chestnut St

31 Yale Ave

580 North Ave, Unit 206

24 Welland Ave

1968 Vauxhall Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Union Township?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Township 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,427 | $1,900 | $2,975 |
| Union Township 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,356 | $2,200 | $4,800 |
| Union Township 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,120 | $3,600 | $5,000 |
| Union Township 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,875 | $3,500 | $4,250 |
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Cheapest Available Union Township Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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 $1,099. 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 07L | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Edgar Gardens | Edgar Gardens Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Stiles Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,608 |
| Watson Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,618 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Union Township, NJ and Nearby
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Union Township area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Union Township apartment is the Spruce Model at Springfield Gardens starting at $3,700 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Wychwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255 Tuscan | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.20 |
| Springfield Gardens | Spruce | 2BR,3BA | $2.56 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 24 Springfield Ave | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| The Metropolitan | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| The James | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Rose Garden - Your Gateway to Modern Living and Seamless NYC Commutes! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 519 Monroe Ave, Unit elmora | 519 Monroe Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Union Township?
There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Union Township, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,099 to $8,895. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Union Township ranging from $1,150 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Union Township?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Union Township ranges from $1,150 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,880.
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