
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ from $700 (47 Rentals)
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746 Centre St

Rush Crossing

Trenton Watch Factory

Chambers Lofts

Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC

207 Division St

Circle F Lofts

130 Bayard St
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Carteret Arms Apartment

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Jennings Village

Academy Place

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Lalor Gardens, LLC

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Park Place

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Alexandria Apartments

2551 Liberty Street Unit 2

Crestwood Square

Yardley Crossing

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Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Trenton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,530 | $1,000 | $1,895 |
| Cheap Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $790 | $2,875 |
| Cheap Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $945 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $1,550 | $4,080 |
| Cheap Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $2,006 | $2,300 |
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Trenton, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trenton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 03/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Trenton, NJ area range in price from $790 to $4,080 with an overall median price of $2,476. The three Trenton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Trenton at $1,225, Chestnut Park at $1,000, and Villa Park at $1,225. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Trenton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Trenton | $1,995 | $1,225 | 25 |
| Chestnut Park | $2,006 | $1,000 | 51 |
| Villa Park | $2,006 | $1,225 | 50 |
| Wilbur I | $2,006 | $790 | 55 |
| Wilbur II | $2,006 | $790 | 50 |
| Downtown Trenton | $2,100 | $1,000 | 15 |
| Battle Monument | $2,153 | $790 | 69 |
| Central West | $2,153 | $790 | 70 |
| Chambersburg | $2,153 | $1,000 | 63 |
| Ewing and Carroll | $2,153 | $1,000 | 56 |
Cheapest Available Trenton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lafayette House in the Mill Hill neighborhood priced from $1,184. Trenton Watch Factory in the Hutchinson Mills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trenton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette House | 1 BR/1BaS | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Trenton Watch Factory | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Welcome to Red Oak Apartments in Hamilton, New Jersey. | 1 Bedroom Low Income | 1BR,1BA | $1,367 |
| Chambers Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Morrisville Meadows | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - TA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Wellington Woods | Avon | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Greenwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trenton area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. Model at Parkside Court in the in the East Trenton neighborhood starting from $1,970. The second greatest value Trenton apartment is the 3 Br 1.5 Bath Model at Rush Crossing starting at $1,791 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Mill Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Court | 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Rush Crossing | 3 Br 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Capital View Townhomes | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| 1607 S Olden Ave, Unit Apt B | 1607 S Olden Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 340 W State St, Unit #2 | 340 W State St | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Chambers Lofts | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Seville Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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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.
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.
Best Local Schools in Trenton, NJ
Sharon Elementary School
Robbinsville High School
Pond Road Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trenton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Trenton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Trenton is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Trenton?
The cheapest apartment in Trenton is Lafayette House which is listed at $1,184, while the average apartment in Trenton costs $2,476.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Trenton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 41 regular apartments in Trenton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Trenton?
Cheap apartments in Trenton have an average cost of $708 which is $1,768 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Trenton.
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