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Union Place

$2,075 – $2,757/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 721–1,031 sq ft
  • 9 units available
  • Pet friendly
10 Independence Way, Franklin, MA, 02038

As of October 14, 2026, Union Place in Franklin, MA has 9 apartments for rent from $2,075 to $2,757/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,075 and two-bedrooms at $2,417. The average asking rent has fallen 4% since April 10, 2026, from $2,491 to $2,393.

Floor plans

Union Place has 9 units available across 5 floor plans: 2 one-bedroom layouts (721–730 sq ft) and 3 two-bedroom layouts (989–1,031 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

One Bedroom A1A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 721 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,075/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
312$2,075721Oct 12

One Bedroom A1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 730 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,110/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
404$2,110730Oct 12
302$2,199730Oct 12

Two Bedroom B2A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 989 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,417/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
318$2,417989Oct 29

Two Bedroom B2C

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,031 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,453/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
301$2,4531,031Oct 12
308$2,5531,031Oct 12
413$2,7571,031Oct 12
102$2,4871,031Nov 20

Two Bedroom B2B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,000 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,484/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
321$2,4841,000Nov 20

See all 63 units listed at Union Place, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Union Place, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,530 a month all-in: $2,075 rent, $251 in listed fees, and an estimated $204 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,916.

All-in from$2,530/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Union Place takes about $74,700 a year for a one-bedroom and $87,012 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,530 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $119,300 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,530/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$119,300/yr

Income to qualify

$74,700/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Union Place has ranged from $2,218 to $2,664. The current average is $2,393, down $98 (3.9%) from $2,491 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (172 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Union Place, the security deposit is $650 and leases run 13 months. The listing shows $250.95 a month in fees (pet rent $85, pet rent $85, one gig internet $60, and 2 more) and $20 due at signing (package lockers).

  • Rent

    $2,075 – $2,757/mo

  • Security deposit

    $650

  • Lease term

    13 months

  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Monthly fees

Liability Insurance

$14/mo

One Gig Internet (3 months free)

$60/mo

Pet Rent (Cat)

$85/mo

Pet Rent (Dog)

$85/mo

RentTrack

$6.95/mo

Due at signing

Package Lockers

$20

Amenities

Union Place is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 45 amenities, including fitness center, heated swimming pool, and patio.

  • 10 Ft Ceilings

  • Additional Bathroom Storage

  • Airbnb-Friendly

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bay Window

  • Breakfast Bar

  • Build Credit Score With Renttrack

  • Controlled Access Building

  • Deposit Free With Rhino

  • Dog Park

  • Dryer

  • Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

  • Elevator

  • Fitness Center

  • Furnished Apartments Available

  • Garage Parking

  • Gas Grills

  • Heated Swimming Pool

  • Led Lighting

  • Lifestyle Services Powered By Amenify

  • Moving Services With Move Matcher

  • One Gig Internet (3 Months Free)

  • On-Site Recycling

  • On-Site Storage

  • Outdoor Kitchen With Gas Grills

  • Package Lockers

  • Patio

  • Pet Friendly

  • Playground

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Resident App

  • Short Term Leases Available

  • Smart Home Package

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Updated Interiors

  • Washer And Dryer

  • Wood Blinds

  • Wood Plank Flooring

  • Air Conditioner

  • Dishwasher

  • Elevator Access

  • Garbage Disposal

  • Microwave

  • Oak On Grey Finish Package

  • Refrigerator

Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

10 Independence Way, Franklin, MA, 02038

Resident reviews

Union Place has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.1) and location (3.6) highest and building quality (2.1) lowest.

3.9 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.1
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.6
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality2.1
Location3.6
Overall100 reviews

Union Place offers modern amenities and generally responsive leasing staff, but residents report significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, noise from thin walls, excessive fees, and security deposit handling. While some long-term residents and recent movers praise the grounds and specific staff members, negative experiences center on slow repairs, package theft, parking policies, and rent increases that substantially exceed market standards.

Management and leasing staff receive consistently positive feedback for professionalism, responsiveness, and helpfulness, with many residents praising their willingness to go above and beyond. However, maintenance response times are a recurring concern, with some residents reporting delays of several days on work orders and issues with emergency contact information. Communication gaps exist regarding billing, fees, and policy enforcement, with residents citing confusion about additional charges and inconsistent application of community rules.

Union Place offers modern amenities including a heated pool, fitness center, dog park, and grills that residents appreciate. However, the property faces significant challenges with common-area maintenance, including persistent issues with trash accumulation, dog waste, and cleanliness in hallways and shared spaces. Parking policies are a major point of contention, with required monthly fees and guest parking restrictions. Construction quality concerns and noise transmission between units are frequently cited, alongside inconsistent enforcement of community policies and delayed maintenance responses.

Maintenance response times are a significant concern, with residents reporting delays ranging from days to weeks for repairs, including critical issues like water damage and appliance failures. While some residents praise maintenance staff for friendliness and helpfulness when they do arrive, the overall pattern shows inconsistent follow-through on work orders and difficulty reaching the maintenance department. Communication challenges compound these issues, with residents struggling to get timely updates on repair status.

Residents report significant building quality concerns, particularly thin walls that transmit noise from neighbors, poor sound insulation between floors, and cheap construction materials including peeling vinyl flooring. Common maintenance issues include slow response times, water damage and mold concerns, trash compactor malfunctions, and pest problems. Cleanliness issues are noted in common areas, including hallway odors and accumulated trash near disposal areas. A small number of residents report positive experiences with modern finishes and responsive maintenance.

The location offers convenient access to major transit and highways (I-495, commuter rail, MBTA), making it attractive for commuters. However, residents report significant concerns about parking logistics, including monthly per-vehicle charges, guest parking fees, and towing enforcement. Package theft and mail security issues are recurring complaints, as is noise from nearby highway and rail traffic.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Union Place is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Union Place was good on 213 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 82°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 16°F in February, the coldest.

Air quality

213 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 40

Temperature

82° / 16°

average July high / February low

: 74° high, 59° low

Pollen

None

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January33°F17°F44 (good)24 of 31
February34°F16°F55 (moderate)10 of 28
March50°F30°F49 (good)17 of 31
April59°F39°F47 (good)21 of 30
May69°F50°F53 (moderate)14 of 31
June80°F60°F56 (moderate)11 of 30
July82°F64°F59 (moderate)5 of 31
August80°F64°F52 (moderate)14 of 31
September70°F56°F41 (good)25 of 30
October63°F46°F40 (good)27 of 31
November49°F34°F40 (good)22 of 30
December37°F22°F41 (good)23 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Union Place is a 300-unit building in Franklin, MA, built in 2005.

Union Place is an inviting, pet-friendly apartment community in Franklin, MA, ideally located between Boston, MA and Providence, RI. We offer 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartment homes for rent featuring multiple finish packages. Select interior finishes include stainless steel appliances, wood plank flooring, and granite countertops. Plus, all units include in-home washers and dryers and ample natural light. Outside your home, enjoy our heated swimming pool, full-body fitness center, fully-enclosed dog park, and outdoor kitchen and grilling stations. Our commuter-friendly location features proximity to the MBTA commuter rail, I-495, Route 1, and I-95. Located on Independence Way, we are close to historic downtown Franklin, as well as nearby grocers, shops, and eateries.

  • Building

    Apartment

  • Year built

    2005

  • Total units

    300

Nearby schools

The closest school to Union Place is Bright Horizons Of Franklin, a private preschool 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is Parmenter, 0.9 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Bright Horizons Of Franklin

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Parmenter

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary0.8 mi

Washington Street K-2 Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.3 mi

Jefferson Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.3 mi

Remington Middle School

Public · Middle		PublicMiddle1.3 mi

Washington Street 3-5 Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.3 mi

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

Charter · Middle		CharterMiddle1.4 mi

Cornerstone Christian Academy

Private · Middle		PrivateMiddle1.4 mi

Dean Children's Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.8 mi

Horace Mann Middle School

Public · Middle		PublicMiddle2.3 mi

Contact & management

Union Place is managed by UDR. The leasing office's phone number is (508) 501-5974.

UDR

Property manager

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