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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ from $700 (55 Rentals)
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454 W Hanover St
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143 E State St
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$1,298 - $2,0061 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Rush Crossing
100 Rider AveTrenton, NJ 08609
147 Mott St
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$1,323 - $1,456Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Trenton Watch Factory
720 Monmouth StTrenton, NJ 08609
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$1,367 - $1,7701 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chambers Lofts
176 Division StTrenton, NJ 08611
476 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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319 Market St
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Hillcrest Apartments
617 Hilltop DrTrenton, NJ 08620
648 Stuyvesant Ave
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25 Peace St
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Heritage Village at Lawrence, A 55+ Community
1970 US Highway 1Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
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Canal House Apartments
126 E Maple AveMorrisville, PA 19067
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Warner Village Apartments
1378 Nottingham WayHamilton, NJ 08609
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Americana Apartments
371 Plaza BlvdMorrisville, PA 19067
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$1,355 - $1,5671 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pennsbury Court Apartments
387 Plaza BlvdMorrisville, PA 19067
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$1,365 - $1,890Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 23
Lalor Gardens, LLC
38 A Stenton CtHamilton, NJ 08610
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Greenwood Village
114 Washington CtHamilton, NJ 08629
44 Dover Ave
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Parkside Manor
1475 Parkside AveEwing, NJ 08638
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Highgate Apartments
1 Highgate DrEwing, NJ 08618
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Wellington Woods
1 Sweetbriar RdMorrisville, PA 19067
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Versailles Apartments
220 Sullivan WayEwing, NJ 08628
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228 Washington St, Unit Apt #2
228 Washington StMorrisville, PA 19067
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Nottingham Apartments in Hamilton, NJ
1310 Nottingham WayHamilton, NJ 08609
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Eastgate Apartments
1501 Parkside AveEwing, NJ 08638
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Rock Springs Apartments
937 W Trenton AveMorrisville, PA 19067
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Heritage Village at Lawrence Apartments, 55+
1930-1970 Brunswick AveLawrenceville, NJ 08648
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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 | $1,382 | $1,000 | $1,675 |
| Cheap Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $700 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $945 | $3,725 |
| Cheap Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $1,595 | $4,250 |
| Cheap Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $2,006 | $2,006 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trenton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Trenton, NJ area range in price from $700 to $12,278 with an overall median price of $2,470. The three Trenton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Trenton at $1,300, Downtown Trenton at $700, and Battle Monument at $700. 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 |
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| South Trenton | $1,940 | $1,300 | 12 |
| Downtown Trenton | $2,000 | $700 | 12 |
| Battle Monument | $2,006 | $700 | 55 |
| Central West | $2,006 | $700 | 46 |
| Chambersburg | $2,006 | $700 | 53 |
| Chestnut Park | $2,006 | $700 | 32 |
| Ewing and Carroll | $2,006 | $700 | 50 |
| Greenwood Hamilton | $2,006 | $700 | 55 |
| Mill Hill | $2,006 | $700 | 47 |
| North 25 | $2,006 | $700 | 49 |
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 $1,282. Warner Village Apartments in the Hutchinson Mills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,320. 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 | $1,282 |
| Warner Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Circle F Lofts | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,334 |
| Chambers Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,367 |
| Trenton Watch Factory | A20 | 1BR,1BA | $1,378 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Bedroom Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Greenwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodland Manor Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ
As of July 25, 2025 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 110 N Stockton St Model at 110 N Stockton St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 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. |
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| Parkside Court | 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 110 N Stockton St, Unit 2 | 110 N Stockton St | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Seville Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Carriage Park at Lawrence (55+) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 208 Norway Ave, Unit #2 | 208 Norway Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Roebling Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Pennsbury Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 283 Spring St, Unit 1 | 283 Spring St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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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 Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-4 (1005)
5 out of 10
Robbinsville High School
Robbinsville Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1057)
8 out of 10
Pond Road Middle School
Robbinsville Public School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (992)
6 out of 10
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Getting Around Trenton, NJ
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trenton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Trenton?
The cheapest apartment in Trenton is Lafayette House which is listed at $1,282, while the average apartment in Trenton costs $2,470.
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 8 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 $1,078 which is $1,392 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Trenton.
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