
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Trenton Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $700 (52 Rentals)
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674-684 Stuyvesant Ave

320 Cleveland Ave

320 Cleveland Ave

Rush Crossing

674 Stuyvesant Ave

268 Weber Ave

217 Hamilton Ave, Unit 3

Trenton Watch Factory

319 Market St
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Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC

Circle F Lofts

Chambers Lofts

1023 Chestnut Ave

457 W State St, Unit 2A

63 Spring St

216 Mott St

130 Bayard St

Carteret Arms Apartment

Pellettieri Homes 55+
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Jennings Village

Academy Place

Tyler Apartments

Broad Street Bank Apartments

Luther Towers

The Delaware Edge Apartments

250 Morris Ave

256 Hills Pl

255 Mercer St

3 S Olden Ave, Unit 5
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705 Anderson St

Heritage Village at Lawrence, A 55+ Community

1001 Pennington Rd

Canal House Apartments

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Warner Village Apartments

Parkside Manor

Greenwood Village

Nottingham Apartments

Wingate Apartments, LLC

Parkview Apartments
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1419 Princeton Ave

1419 Princeton Ave

Eastgate Apartments

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40 Union St, Unit #3

Parkside Court

McCorristin Square Senior Living

Heritage Village at Lawrence Apartments, 55+

Hamilton Garden Apartments

Park Place

929 Johnston Ave
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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 | $1,272 | $975 | $1,725 |
| East Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $790 | $2,400 |
| East Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $945 | $3,288 |
| East Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $1,595 | $4,335 |
| East Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $2,006 | $2,006 |
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There are currently 52 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 priced from $1,250. Warner Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,370. Here are the most affordable East Trenton apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luther Towers | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Warner Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Trenton Watch Factory | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Greenwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Nottingham Apartments | Classic One Bedroom: One Month Free Rent at Not... | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Circle F Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Chambers Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Trenton, NJ
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Trenton area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. Model at Parkside Court in the in the East Trenton neighborhood starting from $1,970. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Court | 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Rush Crossing | 3 Br 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Roebling Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Trenton Watch Factory | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Warner Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Circle F Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Chambers Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Trenton, Trenton, NJ
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Trenton, Trenton, NJ
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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 $1,250 at Luther Towers.
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 $1,600 at Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC.
What is the most affordable East Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rush Crossing and starts from $1,791.
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