Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $700 (26 Rentals)

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property at 11 N Willow St

$1,400 - $1,700

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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11 N Willow St

TrentonNJ08608

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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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Circle F Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Circle F Lofts

435 Tyler StTrenton, NJ 08609

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Luther Towers (55+)1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Parkside ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,345
Circle F LoftsA271BR,1BA$1,367
Warner Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,370
Canal House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Greenwood VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC1BR GROUND FLOOR1BR,1BA$1,450
Nottingham Apartments in Hamilton, NJClassic 1 Bedroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1530 Pennington Rd, Unit A1530 Pennington Rd4BR,2BA$1.27
Rush Crossing3 Br 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.19
525 Monmouth St, Unit 1st floor525 Monmouth St1BR,1BA$1.60
Parkside Court2 BR 969 sq.ft.2BR,1BA$2.17
Canal House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC1BR GROUND FLOOR1BR,1BA$1.77
Circle F LoftsA191BR,1BA$1.77
Warner Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.83
Parkview Apartments1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.07
Parkside ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Trenton, Trenton, NJ

Ranked #16

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

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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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.