Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $700 (21 Rentals)

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130 Bayard St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130 Bayard St

130 Bayard StTrenton, NJ 08611
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Carteret Arms Apartment
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carteret Arms Apartment

333 W State StTrenton, NJ 08618
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Jennings Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jennings Village

461-471 Brunswick AveTrenton, NJ 08638
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Academy Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Academy Place

125 Olive StTrenton, NJ 08618
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Tyler Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tyler Apartments

272 Tyler StTrenton, NJ 08609
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Luther Towers (55+)
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Luther Towers (55+)

489 W State StTrenton, NJ 08618
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Park Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place

1460 Parkside AveEwing, NJ 08638
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East Trenton, Trenton, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Trenton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Trenton area of Trenton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Trenton Watch Factory priced from $1,212. Chambers Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable East Trenton apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trenton Watch FactoryStudioStudio,1BA$1,212
Chambers LoftsA41BR,1BA$1,245
Circle F LoftsA271BR,1BA$1,367
Warner Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,370
Parkside ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Trenton, NJ

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Trenton area is the $2.15 price per square foot 19 Pershing Ave Model at 19 Pershing Ave, Unit 3 - Fully Furnished in the in the Mill Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value East Trenton apartment is the B9 Model at Chambers Lofts starting at $1,830 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Mercerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Trenton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
19 Pershing Ave, Unit 3 - Fully Furnished19 Pershing Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
Chambers LoftsB92BR,1BA$1.85
Parkside Court2 BR 969 sq.ft.2BR,1BA$2.17
Roebling Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
751 Roebling Ave, Unit 1751 Roebling Ave1BR,1BA$1.83
Canal House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Warner Village Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.03
Circle F LoftsA191BR,1BA$1.77
Parkview Apartments1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.07
Parkside ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Trenton, Trenton, NJ

Ranked #11

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Trenton, NJ. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the East Trenton Neighborhood in Trenton, NJ

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Trenton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Trenton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Trenton Apartment is $1,245 at Chambers Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Trenton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Trenton is starting from $1,545 at Chambers Lofts.

What is the most affordable East Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookfield Gardens and starts from $2,485.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.