
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ from $700 (54 Rentals)
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21 Delawareview Ave, Unit Apartment 1

Trenton Watch Factory

Chambers Lofts

1530 Pennington Rd, Unit Apt D

Rush Crossing

11 N Willow St

Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC

52 Hudson St
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Hillcrest Apartments

924 Carteret Ave
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Heritage Village at Lawrence, A 55+ Community

Canal House Apartments

70 E Cleveland Ave, Unit 3

Parkside Manor

Pennsbury Court Apartments
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Warner Village Apartments

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Greenwood Village

Wellington Woods

Versailles Apartments

Highgate Apartments

Nottingham Apartments in Hamilton, NJ

228 Washington St, Unit Apt #2

Welcome to Red Oak Apartments

Rock Springs Apartments
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Lalor Gardens, LLC

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 | $1,580 | $1,000 | $1,995 |
| Cheap Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $790 | $2,875 |
| Cheap Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $945 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,038 | $1,495 | $4,300 |
| Cheap Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,851 | $1,800 | $3,800 |
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Trenton, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trenton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 12/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Trenton, NJ area range in price from $1,300 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $2,867. The three Trenton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Trenton at $1,300, Central West at $1,300, and Chambersburg at $1,300. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Trenton | $2,200 | $1,300 | 19 |
| Central West | $2,500 | $1,300 | 84 |
| Chambersburg | $2,500 | $1,300 | 80 |
| Chestnut Park | $2,500 | $1,300 | 60 |
| Ewing and Carroll | $2,500 | $1,300 | 88 |
| Greenwood Hamilton | $2,500 | $1,300 | 88 |
| Mill Hill | $2,500 | $1,300 | 89 |
| South Trenton | $2,500 | $1,400 | 31 |
| Villa Park | $2,500 | $1,300 | 73 |
| Hutchinson Mills | $2,520 | $1,600 | 24 |
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 $1,218. Luther Towers (55+) in the Mill Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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 | $1,218 |
| Luther Towers (55+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| 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 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trenton area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1530 Pennington Rd Model at 1530 Pennington Rd, Unit A in the in the East Trenton neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Trenton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Seville Lofts starting at $1,895 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Mercerville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1530 Pennington Rd, Unit A | 1530 Pennington Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 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 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Circle F Lofts | A19 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Warner Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 21 Delawareview Ave, Unit Apartment 1 | 21 Delawareview Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Trenton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Trenton is at Luther Towers (55+) listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trenton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trenton Apartment is $1,218 at Lafayette House.
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 $1,549 at The Gardens at Birmingham.
What is the most affordable Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River's Edge Apartments and starts from $2,150.
Expert Rental Resources
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