
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ from $800 (21 Rentals)
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West End, Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $1,000 | $1,212 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,000 | $2,060 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $1,545 | $2,470 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,755 | $2,585 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $2,006 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Trenton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lafayette House priced from $1,233. Luther Towers (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette House | 1 BR/1BaS | 1BR,1BA | $1,233 |
| Luther Towers (55+) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Pennsbury Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Circle F Lofts | A27 | 1BR,1BA | $1,367 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, NJ
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End 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 West End 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 West End 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 |
| Seville Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 Bedroom Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 525 Monmouth St, Unit 1st floor | 525 Monmouth St | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 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 |
| Parkside Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 21 Delawareview Ave, Unit Apartment 1 | 21 Delawareview Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Trenton, NJ
Ranked #13
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Jersey and customized analysis for Central Trenton. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the West End Neighborhood in Trenton, NJ
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 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 West End Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?
The cheapest apartment in West End is Lafayette House which is listed at $1,233, while the average apartment in West End costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End?
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 West End 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 West End?
Cheap apartments in West End have an average cost of $423 which is $1,877 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.
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