Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ from $700 (54 Rentals)
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143 E State St

Trenton Watch Factory

Chambers Lofts

Rush Crossing

401 Lafayette Ave, Unit Apartment 3

Hillcrest Apartments
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Heritage Village at Lawrence, A 55+ Community

1001 Pennington Rd

Canal House Apartments

Americana Apartments

Lalor Gardens, LLC

223 W Bridge St

Pennsbury Court Apartments
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Warner Village Apartments

Parkside Manor

Greenwood Village

Versailles Apartments

Wellington Woods

Highgate Apartments

159 N Delmorr Ave, Unit 159 N Delmorr Ave 2nd Fl

Rock Springs Apartments

228 Washington St, Unit Apt #2

Orchard View Apartments
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Heritage Village at Lawrence Apartments, 55+
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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 | $1,534 | $1,000 | $1,995 |
| Cheap Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $750 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,251 | $945 | $3,700 |
| Cheap Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $1,755 | $4,300 |
| Cheap Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $1,800 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trenton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 10/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Trenton, NJ area range in price from $750 to $4,300 with an overall median price of $2,566. The three Trenton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Battle Monument at $750, Central West at $750, and North 25 at $750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Monument | $1,995 | $750 | 57 |
| Central West | $1,995 | $750 | 49 |
| North 25 | $1,995 | $750 | 58 |
| Chambersburg | $2,006 | $750 | 42 |
| Chestnut Park | $2,006 | $750 | 27 |
| Greenwood Hamilton | $2,006 | $750 | 43 |
| Villa Park | $2,006 | $1,200 | 50 |
| Wilbur I | $2,006 | $750 | 55 |
| Wilbur II | $2,006 | $790 | 47 |
| Ewing and Carroll | $2,072 | $750 | 40 |
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 $1,206. Chambers Lofts in the Mercerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. 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 | $1,206 |
| Chambers Lofts | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Luther Towers (55+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Pennsbury Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Circle F Lofts | A27 | 1BR,1BA | $1,367 |
| Warner Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Highgate Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trenton area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Seville Lofts in the in the Mercerville neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Trenton apartment is the 1x1 Model at Carriage Park at Lawrence (55+) starting at $1,950 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Hutchinson Mills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seville Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Carriage Park at Lawrence (55+) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 564 Grand Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Chambers Lofts | B9 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 751 Roebling Ave, Unit 1 | 751 Roebling Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Orchard View Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Trenton Watch Factory | A23 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 283 Spring St, Unit unit 1 | 283 Spring St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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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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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 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 $1,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Trenton?
The cheapest apartment in Trenton is Lafayette House which is listed at $1,206, while the average apartment in Trenton costs $2,566.
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 11 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 $555 which is $2,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Trenton.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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