
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $700 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Trenton area of Trenton.


Chambers Lofts

1530 Pennington Rd, Unit Apt D

143 E State St

11 N Willow St
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Heritage Village at Lawrence, A 55+ Community

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Heritage Village at Lawrence Apartments, 55+
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East Trenton, Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Trenton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,271 | $1,000 | $1,685 |
| East Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $790 | $2,400 |
| East Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $945 | $3,600 |
| East Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,263 | $1,791 | $4,300 |
| East Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $2,006 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available East Trenton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Trenton area of Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Luther Towers (55+) priced from $1,250. Parkside Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,345. Here are the most affordable East Trenton apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Towers (55+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| 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 |
| Greenwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Nottingham Apartments in Hamilton, NJ | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Trenton, NJ
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Trenton apartment is the 3 Br 1.5 Bath Model at Rush Crossing starting at $1,791 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Mill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East 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 |
| Rush Crossing | 3 Br 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| 525 Monmouth St, Unit 1st floor | 525 Monmouth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Parkside Court | 2 BR 969 sq.ft. | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 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 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Trenton, Trenton, NJ
Ranked #16
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Trenton, Trenton, NJ
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
Trenton Central High School
HEDGEPETH WILLIAM MIDDLE SCHOOL
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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
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 East Trenton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Trenton?
The cheapest apartment in East Trenton is Luther Towers (55+) which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in East Trenton costs $3,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 1 regular apartments in East 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 East Trenton?
Cheap apartments in East Trenton have an average cost of $1,003 which is $2,522 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Trenton.
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