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Highlights
- Full size washer & dryer in unit
- Very convenient location
- Wood floor throughout
- Two versatile bedrooms
Location
552 38th St #2, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
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Property Overview
Featuring a convenient Union City location, 552 38th St #2 offers practical urban living with access to nearby transit, shopping, and local amenities. Its strong points include everyday convenience, while standout features may appeal to buyers seeking a well-situated home in a lively neighborhood.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
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Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 552 38th St #2
Features
| Hardwood Floor | Natural Gas |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Other
| Other Heating |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 552 38th St #2
Property Status: Active Totally renovated Charming & Spacious 2-Bed Railroad style condo. in the heart of Union City. Perfectly suited for individuals, couples, or those looking for a dedicated home office setup! A long flowing floor plan that connects a bright living room, a functional kitchen with island, two versatile bedrooms, and a full bathroom at the end. First floor unit with wood floor throughout on 660 sqf. Full size Washer & Dryer in unit. Water, hot water, Heat included in rent, tenant will pay electricity and cooking gas. Very convenient location, Close to Bergenline Ave. & J. F. Kennedy Blvd., NYC & local transportations (bus stops in min. walking distance), worship, cafes, Supermarkets, shopping, restaurants, Major highways. Copyright © 2026 New Jersey MLS Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 552 38th Street, Union City, NJ 07087, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 4.7 miles from public transportation
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 07087 |
|---|---|
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Union City
2-bedroom apartments at 552 38th St #2 cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Union City.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Union City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,850 |
| December 2024 | $2,850 |
| January 2025 | $2,800 |
| February 2025 | $2,831 |
| March 2025 | $2,822 |
| April 2025 | $2,837 |
| May 2025 | $2,780 |
| June 2025 | $2,684 |
| July 2025 | $2,650 |
| August 2025 | $2,592 |
| September 2025 | $2,675 |
| October 2025 | $2,730 |
| November 2025 | $2,750 |
| December 2025 | $2,712 |
| January 2026 | $2,671 |
| February 2026 | $2,691 |
| March 2026 | $2,656 |
| April 2026 | $2,530 |
| May 2026 | $2,562 |
| June 2026 | $2,718 |
| July 2026 | $2,668 |
| August 2026 | $2,600 |
| September 2026 | $2,531 |
| October 2026 | $2,641 |
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Can I afford to live at 552 38th St #2?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$92,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 months ago | $2,050 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,595 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 552 38th St #2
George Washington School
3905 new york ave
union city, NJ, 7087
PK, K-6Public
C+
Jefferson School
3400 palisade ave
union city, NJ, 7087
PK, K-4Public
B-
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education
2200 kennedy blvd
union city, NJ, 7087
PK, KPublic
B
Anna L. Klein School
301 69th st
guttenberg, NJ, 7093
PK, K-8Public
C
Polk Street School
7111 polk st
north bergen, NJ, 7047
K-8Public
C-
Neighborhood
Getting around Union City near 552 38th St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 552 38th St #2, Union City
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Other units at this address
552 38th Street, Union City, NJ
552 38th Street Union City, NJ
Occupied
4
2 Beds
1 Bath
$1,500
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