
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trenton, MI from $700 (63 Rentals)
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Brentwood Apartments

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Fountain West Apartments

1705 Charlton Rd

Ashbury Place Apartments

1701 Charlton Rd

Marian Apartments

Ashton Fort Apartments

Woodcrest Terrace
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Devonshire Village

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Williamsburg Square Apartments

Residences On Penn - Riverview, MI

Gibraltar Pointe

Orleans Place Apartments

Poet Place Apartments

The Bank Tower Apartments

Gibraltar Meadows

12523 Pennsylvania Rd

4297 Quarry St

19250 Wick Rd
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OLD TOWNE VILLA, LLC

3414 13th St

580 Harrison Blvd

1454 Goddard Rd

24811 Mayfair St

24961 Mayfair St

4059 Longtin Ave

Conlin Park Apartments

610 Harrison Blvd

Preston Pointe at Brownstown
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18646 Van Horn Rd

18642 Van Horn Rd

750 Harrison Blvd

Parkside Apartments

20016 Village Green Ct

720 Harrison Blvd

1750 St Johns Blvd

Huron River Apartments - Grosse Ile

Boardwalk and Park Place Apartments

194 Richter St
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Trenton, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Trenton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,077 | $755 | $1,395 |
| Cheap Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $750 | $2,595 |
| Cheap Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $905 | $3,795 |
| Cheap Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
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Cheapest Available Trenton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Trenton, MI is a Studio unit found at Southgate Apartments & Townhomes in the Dix Northline neighborhood priced from $755. Woodhaven Square Apartments in the Pinehurst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trenton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Apartments & Townhomes | The Ford | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Woodhaven Square Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Bristol Hills Apartments | The Parkland | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Fountain Park South Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Greentrees Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Island Woods Senior Apartments | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| 18642 Van Horn Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 18646 Van Horn Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Williamsburg Square Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, MI
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trenton area is the $1.05 price per square foot 5 Beds, 3 baths Model at 20543 Gudith Rd in the in the Fort neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Trenton apartment is the Riverside Townhomes Model at Riverside Townhomes starting at $1,465 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Pinehurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trenton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20543 Gudith Rd | 5 Beds, 3 baths | 5BR,3BA | $1.05 |
| Riverside Townhomes | Riverside Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Huntington House Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom (Standard) | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 18642 Van Horn Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 18646 Van Horn Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Fountain West Apartments | Beautiful 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Williamsburg Square Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Bristol Hills Apartments | The Parkland | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Woodhaven Square Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trenton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Trenton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Trenton is at Southgate Apartments & Townhomes listed at $755.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trenton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trenton Apartment is $805 at Woodhaven Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Trenton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Trenton is starting from $905 at Woodhaven Square Apartments.
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