
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $700 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Trenton area of Trenton.


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Downtown Trenton, Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Trenton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Downtown Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $750 | $1,500 |
| Downtown Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,400 | $2,200 |
| Downtown Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,675 | $2,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Trenton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Trenton area of Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lafayette House priced from $1,262. Canal House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Downtown Trenton apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette House | 1 BR/1BaS | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Trenton, NJ
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Trenton area is the $1.59 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Canal House Apartments in the in the Mill Hill neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown Trenton apartment is the 1BR Model at Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC starting at $1,450 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Mill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Trenton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Lafayette House | 1 BR/1BaS | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Trenton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Trenton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Trenton Apartment is $1,262 at Lafayette House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Trenton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Trenton is starting from $1,600 at Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC.
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