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  1. Building Photo - 549 9th St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    549 9th St

    549 9th St, Union City, NJ 07087
  2. Building Photo - 27 Graham St
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,000

    27 Graham St

    27 Graham St, Jersey City, NJ 07307

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Union City, NJ Apartments for Rent

Union City perches atop the Palisades in Hudson County, delivering sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline while keeping its own distinct character shaped by waves of German and Cuban immigration. Once the "Embroidery Capital of the United States" and nicknamed "Havana on the Hudson," this densely populated spot has long been an affordable gateway to the New York metro area. If you're hunting for apartments for rent in Union City, you'll discover everything from studios averaging around $1,145 to spacious three-bedroom units, with many apartment communities just a short walk from Bergenline Avenue, one of New Jersey's longest and busiest commercial corridors.

Renting in Union City means easy access to Manhattan through nearby bus routes and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail system, making it a smart choice for commuters who want lower housing costs than neighboring Hoboken or Weehawken. The city's compact two-square-mile footprint puts most amenities within reach, including the diverse restaurants, bakeries, and specialty shops along Bergenline Avenue that showcase the area's strong Latin American heritage. Local parks like Washington Park and Elysian Park give you green space for recreation, while cultural venues including the Park Performing Arts Center keep entertainment close by. With average one-bedroom rents around $1,588, Union City brings you metropolitan proximity and cultural richness at a more accessible price point than many surrounding Hudson County communities.

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Jose Marti STEM Academy

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Grades 9-12
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Union City High School

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Grades 9-12
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Union Hill Middle School

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Grades 6-8
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Emerson Middle School

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Grades 6-8
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Colin Powell Elementary School

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Grades K-5
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Union City, NJ

What are the average rent costs in Union City, NJ?

The average rent in Union City, NJ is $1,599.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Union City, NJ?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Union City, NJ is $1,147.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ is $1,599.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ is $2,158.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Union City, NJ is $2,243.

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