How much is rent in Union City?

In Union City, the average rent is $1,475+ for a studio, $2,379+ for a 1-bedroom, $2,735+ for a 2-bedroom, and $3,233+ for a 3-bedroom.* *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Union City. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include CUNY Bernard M Baruch College , Relay Graduate School of Education , Wagner College , CUNY City College , New Jersey Institute of Technology , and CUNY LaGuardia Community College .

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Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ

49 rentals available

818 Palisade Avenue
$2,900
818 Palisade Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 585-8080
1 unit available
2 bed
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1306 CENTRAL AVE
$2,595
1306 Central Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 766-2565
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Air conditioning, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator
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431 7TH ST
$1,650
431 7th Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 653-8488
1 unit available
Studio
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Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Range + more
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720 27TH ST
$2,028
720 27th Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 766-2565
1 unit available
2 bed
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Recently renovated, Range, and Oven
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1513 SUMMIT AVE 6
Studio • 1 Bath • 400 sqft
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431 7TH ST #2B
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1221 Summit Ave 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath
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317 7TH ST 1
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 859 sqft
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128 35TH ST 3
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 720 sqft
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816 20TH ST
$2,500
816 20th Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 766-2565
1 unit available
3 bed
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Range, Oven, and Refrigerator
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100 MANHATTAN AVE
$2,950
100 Manhattan Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 659-8600
1 unit available
1 bed
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Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Gym, Pool + more
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Union City Gem with Skyline Views
Discover luxury living at 100 Manhattan Ave in Union City. This premier building offers stunning Manhattan skyline views and luxury amenities including a heated pool, gym, and 24/7 concierge service. Residents enjoy unrivaled convenience with an on-site deli and dry cleaner, plus a friendly community atmosphere.
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605 NEW YORK AVE
$2,800
605 New York Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 798-3300
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Elevator + more
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4315 PARK AVE
$2,900
4315 Park Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(866) 201-6210
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Stainless steel + more
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500 CENTRAL AVE
$3,000
500 Central Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 962-9551
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Gym, Elevator, and Doorman
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Modern elegance and top amenities in popular neighborhood.
Step into luxury at 500 Central Avenue, where modern elegance meets convenience. Residents enjoy a spacious studio with NYC views, fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. This full-service building is in a popular neighborhood, complete with a doorman, gym, and private shuttle to Hoboken PATH, ensuring seamless city connectivity.
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705 8TH ST
$2,100
705 8th Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(866) 201-6210
1 unit available
1 bed
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3316 SUMMIT AVE 2
3 Beds • 1 Bath
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350 MOUNTAIN RD 2 Bed
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707 28th Street 101
3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1650 sqft
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3136 Summit Avenue 3 Bed
3 Beds • 1 Bath
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512 Monastery Place 3 4 Bed
4 Beds • 2 Baths
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1221 Summit Ave
$1,800
1221 Summit Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 861-5400
1 unit available
2 bed
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1000 WEST ST
$2,745
1000 West Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 969-2626
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Stainless steel, Elevator + more
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1200 Central Ave
$2,600
1200 Central Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 981-8899
1 unit available
2 bed
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707 28th Street
$3,850
707 28th Street, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 589-1432
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
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512 Monastery Place 3
$3,450
512 Monastery Place, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 814-6000
1 unit available
4 bed
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On-site laundry, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Bbq/grill, and Courtyard
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350 MOUNTAIN RD
$3,875
350 Mountain Road, Union City, NJ 07087
(201) 478-6700
1 unit available
2 bed
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Hardwood floors, Parking, Recently renovated, Walk in closets, Microwave, and Range
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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Union City is $2,379+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,735+. Rent rates updated 3 days ago

Studio: $1,475+Trending up
1 Bed: $2,379+Trending up
2 Beds: $2,735+Trending up
3+ Beds: $3,233+Trending up

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Union City, New Jersey, is known as the "Embroidery Capital of the United States" and "Havana on the Hudson," which stems directly from the city's history.e

Home to more than 66,400 people, Union City, in Hudson County, is one of the most densely populated cities in the country. In fact, that density is more than 51,810 people per square mile. Why do so many people find homes for rent and to buy here? Aside from its rich history, the city has a long-running Park Performing Arts Center and the once largest Roman Catholic Church known as the Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel. There are two Carnegie Libraries here, founded by Andrew Carnegie and a monument to Cuban-American salsa dancer Celia Cruz. Aside from all of this, Union City is a large, modern city with ample residential and commercial properties available throughout it.

Renting in Union City

One of the most interesting facts about this city is just how rent-heavy it is. That is, nearly 71 percent of all of the households in the city, including homes, apartments, condos and duplexes, are rentals. At any given time, about 8 percent of the households here are unoccupied. That provides a clear picture as to just how many properties for rent there are in the area.

If you hope to find an apartment to rent or a rent to own home in Union City, you will likely need to have a good credit score and at least one month's security deposit. In addition to this, having some rental history can help. However, keep in mind that most of the area is rental and that means there's a lot of competition for good renters. If you have a solid income and good credit, be sure to negotiate for a lower payment or better terms. You may even find that all utilities paid apartment in Union City that you're after.

Neighborhoods in Union City

As a large city, Union City is home to a range of different neighborhoods. Nearly all of the schools here are spread out. Most of the neighborhoods have small strip malls with grocery stores and banks as well. However, what's in the neighborhoods differs significantly from one location to the next. Below are some of the most ideal communities to find an apartment to rent in Union City.

City Center: This moderately sized area runs long Route 680 and 684. It's a densely populated area with limited shopping. It has mostly single-family homes, although it's also home to various duplexes for rent, as well as apartments.$$$$$

Bergenline Avenue: This neighborhood is also a small component of the city. It has Elsworth Park, which is a small, family-friendly park. This neighborhood offers various rental options, although it's mostly filled with single-family homes.$$$$

16th Street: Known mostly for its location just off New York Avenue, 16th is a moderately priced housing area. It's home to the 17th Street Playground and Colin Powell Elementary School. There is a strong sense of community located here.$$$$$

32nd Street: Also near Bergenline Avenue, the 32nd Street neighborhood is a welcoming place with apartments for rent, as well as some homes for rent. This neighborhood has good access to the surrounding area since it's located near 30th Street.$$$$

Summit: Just a few streets big, from John F Kennedy Blvd. to Paterson Plank Rd, this neighborhood has little to no commercial businesses. It's almost all single-family homes with moderately sized lots. Some are homes for rent, and you may find duplexes for rent as well. This area may be ideal for those people looking for a larger home to live in, but it mostly remains moderately priced for the area.$$$

Kennedy: Kennedy is much of the same. This is a predominantly residential area with a few strip malls and small shops located throughout it. St. Joseph's and Michael is located near this area. The 11th Street Playground is also nearby, which is a good location for its walking trails and kids playground. Most of the homes here are single-family homes for rent or ownership. Use an apartment locator to track down any available apartments in this area.$$$

28th Street: Located toward the center of town, with Route 495 and 30th Street running through it, is the 28th Street neighborhood. This area is a combination of retail, small businesses, larger grocers and some single-family homes and apartments. You'll find most of your big box stores in this area.$$$

18th Street: This is asimple area without any real commercial aspects to it, located just off Palisade Avenue. Right across the street is the Hackensack Reservoir Number Two, which creates a landmark in the city. This area is mostly single-family homes, and you'll find a house to rent here most of the time. It's also home to some of the larger lots in the community of Union City.$$$

Kennedy and 39th Street: This neighborhood is significantly larger. It runs from John F Kennedy through to Park Ave (no, not the Park Avenue). The Pathmark Super Center is nearby, as is Park Avenue's small park. The rest of the area is mainly traditional homes and moderately sized lots. You may find a home to rent here, as well as an apartment to rent.$$$

Mountain Road: This neighborhood is less congested in terms of how many people live within it. There are a few high-rise apartments here, but most of this area is single-family homes. It's a subdivision area with larger lots.$$

Living in Union City

Now that you know a bit about the neighborhoods, consider what living here is like for many of the people. There's no doubt that there are traffic jams and packed grocery stores most days of the week, but with a high density population in a small area, that's going to happen. The city has a median household income of about $41,300. About 50 percent of the households are married couples, and about 35 percent of the households have kids in them. Many people commute to work, which takes about 25 minutes on average. About 82 percent of people living in this area are white collar workers. Nearby cities, such as Guttenberg, Hoboken, and West New York, tend to have some jobs available to individuals in this area, too.

Apartments for Rent in Union City, NJ

818 Palisade Avenue

1306 CENTRAL AVE

431 7TH ST

720 27TH ST

816 20TH ST

100 MANHATTAN AVE

605 NEW YORK AVE

4315 PARK AVE

500 CENTRAL AVE

705 8TH ST

1221 Summit Ave

1000 WEST ST

1200 Central Ave

707 28th Street

512 Monastery Place 3

350 MOUNTAIN RD

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