
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $900 (20 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Trenton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Downtown Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,000 | $2,606 |
Downtown Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,200 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 20 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
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Trenton, NJ
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Trenton area is the $1.73 price per square foot Large 2 Bedroom Model at Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud in the in the Mill Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Trenton apartment is the 1 BR/1BaS Model at Lafayette House starting at $1,313 with a $2.17 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. |
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Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Lafayette House | 1 BR/1BaS | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Trenton Neighborhood in Trenton, NJ
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Trenton Apartments
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.
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