01Search in Union, NJ
Union, NJ homes for sale & real estate.
Browse homes for sale in Union, New Jersey. A large, diverse township in central-eastern Union County and home to Kean University, Union pairs its own PreK-12 schools with a Raritan Valley Line rail station and a busy Route 22 commercial corridor. Its housing is classic central-Union suburbia: well-kept center-hall colonials, Cape Cods, split-levels, and ranches on tidy lots, with a share of two-family homes, on the neighborhoods off Morris Avenue and Vauxhall Road.
Union is framed by Route 22, Morris Avenue, and Vauxhall Road, with the Garden State Parkway, Route 78, and Route 24 a short drive away, and it is served by NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line at the Union station, running toward Newark Penn Station, plus frequent buses toward Newark and the Port Authority. Prices stay among the more attainable in central Union County: smaller capes begin in the $400s to $500s, most single-family and two-family homes run from about $500,000 to $700,000, and the largest updated colonials climb past $750,000.
Updated Spring 2026
Search Union listings, updated in real time.
Explore the latest homes for sale in Union, NJ, updated in real time so you see accurate availability and pricing across the residential neighborhoods off Morris Avenue and Vauxhall Road and the areas near Kean University and the schools.
Union is served by its own PreK-12 Township of Union Public Schools and is home to Kean University, with Trinitas Regional Medical Center in adjacent Elizabeth, a Raritan Valley Line station, and a busy Route 22 corridor. Because value-priced Union homes can move quickly, call 888-327-6555 for a same-week showing or to be alerted the moment a home hits the market.
Union's mix of single-family and two-family homes means buyers here often weigh a starter house against a two-family that can help carry the mortgage. Knowing which part of the township and which type of home fits your commute and budget before you tour will save real time in an affordable, active market.
79 Properties Available
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2 Beds 2 Baths 1,368 SqFt$699,000Pending - 1/46 46
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,354 SqFt$780,000Active - 1/49 49
5 Beds 4 Baths 2,354 SqFt$780,000Active607 Bay Avenue, Union Beach, NJ 07735
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth
Single Family Home
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3 Beds 2 Baths 1,968 SqFt$500,000Pending225 Isabelle Avenue, Union Beach, NJ 07735
Listed by Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living
Single Family Home
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5 Beds 2 Baths 2,482 SqFt$599,000Pending - 1/16 16
2 Beds 2 Baths 974 SqFt$589,000Active - 1/18 18
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,130 SqFt$423,000Pending - 1/42 42
3 Beds 1 Bath 1,040 SqFt$430,000Pending710 CAMBRIDGE AVENUE, Union Beach, NJ 07735
MLS# NJMM2004472
Listed by Smires & Associates
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 3 Baths 4,791 Sqft Lot$799,900Price Dropped by $30K - 1/40 40
3 Beds 1 Bath 1,040 SqFt$430,000Pending710 Cambridge Avenue, Union Beach, NJ 07735
Listed by Smires & Associates Bordentown
Single Family Home
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4 Beds 2 Baths 2,464 SqFt$699,000Active - 1/46 46
1 Bath 2,916 SqFt$699,000Active - 1/17 17
2 Beds 1 Bath 798 SqFt$399,000Pending - 1/33 33
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,500 SqFt$959,000Under Contract - 1/35 35
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,700 SqFt$799,900Pending650 Washington Avenue, Union Beach, NJ 07735
Listed by Imperial Realty Properties
Single Family Home
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3 Beds 1 Bath 864 SqFt$475,000Price Dropped by $24K303 Union Avenue, Union Beach, NJ 07735
Listed by Keller Williams Realty West Monmouth
Single Family Home
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2 Beds 1 Bath 688 SqFt$339,000Pending - 1/13 13
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,417 SqFt$519,000Price Dropped by $21K - 1/14 14
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,417 SqFt$519,000Active - 1/15 15
5 Beds 3 Baths$594,999Under Contract 
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,154 SqFt$1,075,000Active
0.21 Acres$274,900Active- 3 Beds 2 Baths 6,534 Sqft Lot$549,900Pending
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$699,000Under Contract
02Explore Communities & Market
Explore Union and nearby Union communities.
Union is a large, diverse township where the choice is less about distinct neighborhoods and more about how close you want to be to the schools, Kean University, and the highway and rail corridors. The residential neighborhoods off Morris Avenue and Vauxhall Road hold much of the township's single-family and two-family housing, the areas near Kean University and the schools anchor much of daily life, and the Route 22 corridor forms the township's busy commercial spine. Compare Union with its central-Union neighbors below before you choose.
Union's character blends a settled, diverse suburb with a major university presence. A large township of over 55,000 residents, it is home to Kean University, one of the largest public universities in New Jersey, and to the Liberty Hall Museum on the Kean campus, a historic estate tied to New Jersey's first elected governor. The township keeps its own PreK-12 schools through Union High School, a Raritan Valley Line station, and a busy Route 22 commercial corridor, and its affordability and central location have long drawn families, first-time buyers, and a diverse community.
Compared with its neighbors, Union offers a more attainable price and a larger, more diverse community than the pricier central-Union towns, with its own schools, a university, and both rail and bus access. Buyers cross-shop Union against Elizabeth for value and transit, against Cranford and Springfield for a step toward the walkable rail towns, and against Kenilworth and Roselle Park for similar central value. Its own schools, its university, and its access are the draws that set it apart.
Life, commute, and work-life balance in Union.
Union draws families and commuters who want a central, well-connected township with its own schools and value pricing. A resident can catch a Raritan Valley Line train from the Union station toward Newark and New York, catch a bus along Morris Avenue or Route 22 toward the Port Authority, or reach the Garden State Parkway in minutes, and still be close to Kean University, the schools, and the shopping of Route 22. That combination of rail and bus access, a university, and affordability is what keeps families and buyers coming to Union.
The work-life balance in Union leans on community, convenience, and the university. The Route 22 corridor and Morris Avenue offer extensive shopping and dining, the schools and Kean University anchor daily life and employment, and municipal parks plus the county park system give families recreation close to home. For buyers coming from a pricier suburb, the appeal is value and a diverse community; for those from a city, it is a more affordable, transit-connected township.
The trade-offs are those of a large, busy township. The Route 22 corridor carries heavy traffic, the township is spread out and car-oriented outside the rail station, and much of the housing stock is older. Buyers who prioritize value, their own schools, and rail and bus access accept those trade-offs readily; those who want a walkable downtown or larger lots look to Cranford or Westfield. Either way, it is the schools, the university, and the access that keep Union in steady demand.
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Jump to a price range or property type that fits your search, browse the Union area guide, or check current open houses. Every link below is a live page.
Browse Union County towns & neighborhoods.
Explore our town-by-town guides near Union and across Union County. Each guide covers local neighborhoods, schools, commute options, and current listings.
Union open houses.
Browse upcoming open houses in Union, or register for weekly alerts. Call 888-327-6555 to schedule a private showing any day of the week.
Homes for sale by property type.
Explore every type of home in and around Union through our Union County property pages: single-family homes, suburban and transit-oriented homes, townhomes and condos, new construction, 55+ active-adult communities, and multi-family investment properties.
The Union market, by the numbers.
The median list price in Union, NJ is currently $595K, about $336 per square foot. Homes here average 26 days on market with roughly 136 active listings. Updated Spring 2026.
Union's market is active and value-driven, one of the busiest in the county. As a large, diverse township with its own schools, a university, and rail and bus access, it attracts a steady stream of first-time buyers, families, and investors, and well-priced single-family and two-family homes tend to move quickly.
Updated Spring 2026
Within Union, larger updated colonials and newer homes command the highest prices, while smaller capes, older homes, and two-family houses offer the more attainable, and often most competitive, entry points - especially the two-families that let owners offset the mortgage with rental income. Well-priced listings here rarely last long. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-by-street breakdown.
Why buy a home in Union.
- Its own PreK-12 schoolsUnion runs a full PreK-12 district through Union High School, keeping students in the township from kindergarten to graduation.
- Home to Kean UniversityKean University, one of the largest public universities in New Jersey, and the historic Liberty Hall Museum are based in the township.
- Rail and bus accessA Raritan Valley Line station plus frequent buses along Morris Avenue and Route 22 give residents flexible transit toward Newark and New York.
- Value and two-family homesA more attainable, two-family-friendly housing stock gives buyers both value and an income-property or multigenerational option.
- Central location and shoppingAt the meeting of Route 22, the Garden State Parkway, and major roads, Union offers extensive shopping, jobs, and access to the region.
Amenities & community overview.
Beyond the numbers, daily life in Union centers on its own schools, Kean University and its history, and the parks and Route 22 shopping that anchor the township.
- Browse all homes for sale in Union or explore the wider Union County market.
- Compare Union neighborhoods and home styles before choosing, from attainable options to its premier properties.
- Weigh your commute: Route 22, Morris Avenue, and Vauxhall Road, with the Garden State Parkway, Route 78, and Route 24 a short drive away, plus union is served by NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line at the Union station, running toward Newark Penn Station with connections to New York, and frequent buses along Morris Avenue and Route 22 toward Newark and the Port Authority, with the Garden State Parkway close by.
- Explore Kean University, the Liberty Hall Museum, and the Galloping Hill Golf Course, with parks, dining, and rail access nearby.
- Call 888-327-6555 for a live, neighborhood-by-neighborhood market update in Union.
Union's community life runs on a mix that rarely fits in a listing but defines the township: its own PreK-12 schools and their Farmers, the presence of Kean University and the historic Liberty Hall Museum, the Galloping Hill Golf Course and municipal parks, and the shopping and dining of the Route 22 corridor. For buyers weighing whether Union fits their life rather than just their commute, an ordinary day near Kean and along Morris Avenue tells the story better than any listing can.
Resources for buyers & sellers.
Local and state government, schools, healthcare, transportation, parks, and financial assistance relevant to Union, NJ buyers and sellers, every link verified and described below.
First-time home buyer programs near Union.
First-time buyer in Union or Union County, NJ? The New Jersey Dream Homeownership Program from NJHMFA helps eligible buyers with affordable financing, down payment and closing-cost assistance, and homebuyer education. Special options are available for military members, public safety professionals, educators, and healthcare workers.
03Connect for Answers
Frequently asked questions.
What is the average home price in Union, NJ?
As of June 2026 the median list price in Union is about $595K, roughly $336 per square foot, with homes averaging around 26 days on market and about 136 active listings - an affordable, active market. Call 888-327-6555 for a street-level update.
Why do buyers move to Union?
The top reasons are value, its own schools, and access. Union offers a more attainable price than pricier central-Union towns, its own PreK-12 schools, Kean University, and both rail and bus access toward Newark and New York.
How are the schools in Union, NJ?
The Township of Union Public Schools is a PreK-12 district of about ten schools, including several elementary schools, two middle schools, and Union High School (the Farmers). Kean University, one of the largest public universities in New Jersey, is also based in the township.
How is the commute from Union to New York City?
Union is served by NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line at the Union station, running toward Newark Penn Station with connections to New York, and frequent buses along Morris Avenue and Route 22 toward Newark and the Port Authority, with the Garden State Parkway close by.
What are the neighborhoods of Union?
Union is large and thinks in terms of the residential neighborhoods off Morris Avenue and Vauxhall Road, the areas near Kean University and the schools, and the Route 22 commercial corridor.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Union?
A mix of center-hall colonials, Cape Cods, split-levels, and ranches on well-kept lots, with a share of two-family homes and some condos. The two-family homes are a notable feature, appealing to buyers who want rental income or space for extended family.
How much are property taxes in Union, NJ?
Property taxes are based on the township's rate and each home's assessed value, and they reflect its own schools and services. The NJ Division of Taxation resource on this page covers rates and appeals - call 888-327-6555 for figures on a specific home.
Is the Union housing market competitive?
Yes. As a large, diverse township with its own schools, a university, and transit access, Union draws steady demand, and well-priced single-family and two-family homes frequently move quickly, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.
Is Kean University in Union, NJ?
Yes. Kean University, one of the largest public universities in New Jersey, is based in Union Township, along with the historic Liberty Hall Museum on its campus. The university is a major presence in the township's daily life and economy.
What is there to do in Union?
Daily life centers on the schools and Kean University, the Liberty Hall Museum, the Galloping Hill Golf Course and municipal parks, and the extensive shopping and dining of the Route 22 corridor. The Watchung Reservation is a short drive west. For its size, Union packs a university, its own schools, real transit, and genuine value into one large, diverse, and centrally located township.
Is Union a good place to live and invest?
Union combines its own PreK-12 schools, Kean University, rail and bus access, value pricing, and a stock of two-family homes with income potential. Results depend on the specific property and timing, but the value and access fundamentals that drive Union are well established.
What towns border Union, NJ?
Union borders Elizabeth, Hillside, Springfield, Kenilworth, Roselle Park, Roselle, and Cranford. Buyers often cross-shop Elizabeth for value and transit, Cranford and Springfield for the walkable rail towns, and Kenilworth and Roselle Park for similar central value.
Can Four Point Realty help me buy or sell a home in Union?
Yes. Naveen Sharma and the Four Point Realty team help buyers and sellers throughout Union and Union County with full-service representation and a listing fee starting at 1%*. Call 888-327-6555 or request a free home value estimate to start.
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