
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, WV from $400 (35 Rentals)
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Elkview Apartments

302 N Eighth St

110MercerSt

224 Mercer St

100 Guard Dr

349 Mercer St

500StraleyAve
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310 12th St

102-122 Glendale Ave

917 Highland Ave

1030ThorntonAveApts

1413-1417 E Main St

300 N Fifth St

265 Middlesex Ave

293 Athens Rd
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Tanglewood Apartments

605 Thorn St

Lilly Apartments

731 Straley Ave

101 Thorn St

589 10th St

114-112 Park Ave

201 Springdale Ave
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400 Trent St

1409-1411 E Main St

Highland Avenue Efficiency Apartments

307-311 Thorn St

852 Mercer St

Eden Rock Apartments

Sherwood Apartments

Mercer Manor Apartments
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Princeton Towers

760 Mercer Street Apartments

518 Oakvale Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500StraleyAve | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1030ThorntonAveApts | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apt | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, WV
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $0.76 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt Model at 500StraleyAve in the starting from $725. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the 1125 Mercer St Model at 1125 Mercer St, Unit Apartment 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.56 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500StraleyAve | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 1125 Mercer St, Unit Apartment 1 | 1125 Mercer St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| 1030ThorntonAveApts | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apt | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.