Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ (437 Rentals)

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178 Brunswick Ave
$2,350 - $3,250

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178 Brunswick AveTrenton, NJ 08618
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565 Lamberton St, Unit 2
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100

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565 Lamberton St, Unit 2

565 Lamberton StTrenton, NJ 08611
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235 S Clinton Ave, Unit 3
$1,300

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235 S Clinton Ave, Unit 3

235 S Clinton AveTrenton, NJ 08609
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168 Brunswick Ave, Unit 2
$1,100

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168 Brunswick Ave, Unit 2

168 Brunswick AveTrenton, NJ 08618
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property at 46 Juniper Way
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

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46 Juniper Way
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property at 362 Brunswick Ave
$700 - $2,200

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362 Brunswick Ave

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property at 286 Spring St
$700

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Base Rent$700

Total Monthly Price$700
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286 Spring St

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property at 129 Randall Ave
$800

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Base Rent$800

Total Monthly Price$800
4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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129 Randall Ave

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property at 720 Edgewood Ave
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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720 Edgewood Ave

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property at 834A S Warren St
$2,150

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Base Rent$2,150

Total Monthly Price$2,150
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834A S Warren St, Unit 834A

834A S Warren St
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property at 556 Edgewood Ave
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

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5 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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556 Edgewood Ave

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property at 18 Oak Ln
$2,500

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Base Rent$2,500

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property at 1109 W State St
$2,195 - $2,255
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1109 W State St

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property at 29 Marion St
$1,900 - $2,200
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29 Marion St

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Trenton Overview

Trenton, New Jersey, is a strategically located city that enjoys a low cost of living with access to regional employment. It has strong historical ties to the American Revolution and maintains historic districts that present wonderful opportunities to rent an apartment in Trenton.

What is the history of Trenton?

Trenton is the site of General George Washington’s first defeat of the Redcoats in the Battle of Trenton and his crossing of the Delaware and surprise victory over the British during the Revolutionary War. It has been New Jersey’s capital since 1790. During the late 1800s it was a manufacturing hub, producing steel, rope and other products. During the Roaring ’20s, it took on the saying, “Trenton makes, the World Takes” and posted the slogan on billboards and landmarks.

How is the weather in Trenton?

Like all of New Jersey, Trenton enjoys the four seasons. Both spring and summer trend toward temperate and they have average highs above 65 degrees reaching into the 70s in September and May. Once the foliage falls from the trees, winter sets in and January and February generally see frigid temperatures in the 20s or lower. The number of snow days tends to change from year to year in Trenton. Summers rise into the high 80s on average and hotter.

How do I get around town?

Those who enjoy Trenton apartments have the convenience of a public transit system and the city is the southern end of the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor rail line and the northern end of the River Light system. As with most major cities, an existing cab system operates that connects passengers to the surrounding area, including nearby Philadelphia.

What is the Trenton commute like?

Considering that Trenton is the fifth most densely populated city in New Jersey, commute times surprising run only slightly higher than the national average at about 26 minutes. Nearly 60 percent of Trenton residents drive alone, but more than 20 percent also carpool and nearly 12 percent utilize mass transit to get to work.

What are the local media outlets?

New jersey has a high volume of local, online media resources. However, there are viable newspapers such as The Times of Trenton and The Trentonian, among others.

Why live in Trenton, NJ?

Because Trenton borders the City of Brotherly Love and it enjoys all the radio programming diversity of that major metropolitan city. You can listen to everything from Latin to Top-40. The city does have a local news talk station in WKXW for those interested in discussions about current events and politics from a pro-Jersey perspective.

What Trenton landmarks should I see?

The echoes of the War for Independence can be heard and seen throughout Trenton. Landmarks such as the Trenton Battle Monument commemorates a victory at the Five Points. The Old Barracks is the site where Washington crossed the Delaware and attacked the Hessian soldiers on Christmas Day.

What is there to do around Trenton?

One of the best things to do in Trenton is enjoy a baseball game. The city is fortunate to host the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate Trenton Thunder. Baseball fans can watch emerging Yankees stars before they hit the big leagues. Other things to do include visiting the New Jersey State Museum, which is located on West State Street . It has four main exhibits that house artifacts and art related to archeology, cultural history, fine art, and natural history. The museum also has rotating exhibits and children’s programs.

Any annual festivals or Trenton events to know?

One of the fun annual festivals Trenton residents enjoy is the annual Mercer County Oktoberfest presented by the German-American Society. It features Austrian music and plenty of authentic German food and beverages.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Trenton abuts Philadelphia and is located about 65 miles south of New York City. So major sporting events, nightlife, and anything you could want from some of the country’s largest cities are close by. Atlantic City, the state’s gambling and entertainment Mecca, is also just a 90-minute drive. The hotels, casinos and night life can be quite extraordinary.

Where is the best place to move in Trenton?

Trenton has a population of 85,000 people spread across 24 neighborhoods. One of the best neighborhoods is Glen Afton And Island. But Mill Hill is near the downtown and spans 10 blocks of historic 19th Century Trenton apartments. The neighborhood has an old fashioned feel but it’s residents come from diverse backgrounds.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Trenton

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ?

As of today, September 24, 2026, there are currently 437 available Trenton apartments priced from $790 to $4,335, with an average monthly rent of $2,218.

What Trenton neighborhoods have the most available apartments?

There are 28 neighborhoods in the Trenton area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are North Philadelphia with 2,702 listings, Cooper Grant with 1,805 listings, and Cooper Point with 1,798 listings.

How much are Studio apartments in Trenton?

There are currently 85 Studio Apartments in Trenton with rent ranges from $1,200 to $2,095 with an average price of $1,650.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Trenton Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Trenton ranges from $790 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,851.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Trenton cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Trenton range from $945 to $3,915. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,377.

How expensive are Trenton Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Trenton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,700 to $4,335 - averaging $3,077 for the location.

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