
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Trenton, NJ from $1,200 (35 Rentals)
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Rush Crossing

Lafayette House

Birchwood at Hopewell (55+) Community

Parkside Manor

Wellington Woods

The Commons at Fallsington

Americana Apartments
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Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC

Rock Springs Apartments

The Gardens at Birmingham

Versailles Apartments

Woodbrook House

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River's Edge Apartments
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Parkside Court

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Delaware Heights

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Stewards Crossing

Heritage Court

12 Belvidere St

The Nolan

1405 Pennington Rd

609 Brunswick Ave

297 Church St
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8 Belvidere St

564 Grand Ave

130 W Ingham Ave
West Trenton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Trenton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Trenton Studio Apartments | $1,721 | $1,200 | $1,995 |
| West Trenton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,298 | $4,822 |
| West Trenton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $1,549 | $5,218 |
| West Trenton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,837 | $1,755 | $3,895 |
| West Trenton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $2,006 | $2,006 |
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Cheapest Available West Trenton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Trenton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Hopewell (55+) Community in the King's Gate North and East neighborhood priced from $1,375. Rock Springs Apartments in the Birch Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Trenton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood at Hopewell (55+) Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Rock Springs Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Wellington Woods | Avon | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Bedroom Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| The Commons at Fallsington | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Woodbrook House | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| River's Edge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Trenton, NJ and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the West 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 West 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 West 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 |
| The Gardens at Birmingham | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Highgate Apartments | 2BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| White Pine Townhomes and Apartments | 1 BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Canal House Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Carlton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Colonial Gardens Trenton Proud LLC | 1BR GROUND FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Commons at Fallsington | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Birchwood at Hopewell (55+) Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Trenton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Trenton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Trenton is at Ewing Town Center Apartments listed at $1,745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Trenton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Trenton Apartment is $1,375 at Birchwood at Hopewell (55+) Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Trenton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Trenton is starting from $1,565 at Americana Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Trenton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rush Crossing and starts from $1,791.
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