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1001 Pennington Rd

362 Brunswick Ave, Unit 1

8 Ewington Ave

22 Chase St
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217 Hamilton Ave, Unit 1

23 Meade St
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330-334-334 E State St

805 Prospect St

33 Hills Pl

1 Marion Ct
Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Trenton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Trenton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,284 | $1,500 | $3,450 |
Trenton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,547 | $1,800 | $3,500 |
Trenton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,683 | $1,950 | $4,800 |
Trenton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,400 | $2,700 |
Trenton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $750 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Trenton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Trenton, NJ area range in price from $790 to $12,863 with an overall median price of $2,630. The three Trenton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Central West at $790, South Trenton at $1,245, and North 25 at $790. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Trenton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Central West | $2,006 | $790 | 72 |
South Trenton | $2,025 | $1,245 | 26 |
North 25 | $2,047 | $790 | 67 |
Battle Monument | $2,100 | $790 | 67 |
Stuyvesant Prospect | $2,100 | $1,000 | 82 |
Downtown Trenton | $2,195 | $1,000 | 21 |
West End | $2,200 | $1,000 | 76 |
Chambersburg | $2,220 | $1,000 | 46 |
Chestnut Park | $2,220 | $1,000 | 45 |
Villa Park | $2,220 | $1,100 | 43 |
Cheapest Available Trenton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Chambers Lofts in the Mercerville neighborhood priced from $1,245. Americana Apartments in the Magnolia Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,385. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trenton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chambers Lofts | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Americana Apartments | 1 Bedroom Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
Morrisville Meadows | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - TA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Greenwood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Wellington Woods | Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trenton area is the $1.76 price per square foot 19 Pershing Ave Model at 19 Pershing Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Mill Hill neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Trenton apartment is the 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. Model at Parkside Court starting at $1,970 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the King's Gate North and East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trenton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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19 Pershing Ave, Unit 1 | 19 Pershing Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
Parkside Court | 1 BR w/Basement 1,650 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Seville Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Carriage Park at Lawrence (55+) | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
The Nolan | 2 bed 1 Bath Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Roebling Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Pennsbury Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Chambers Lofts | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Trenton?
There are currently 310 Apartments for Rent in Trenton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $790 to $4,250. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Trenton ranging from $750 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Trenton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Trenton ranges from $750 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,298.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Trenton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Trenton range from $1,755 to $4,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,006.
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