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Rental Market Trends in Trenton, MI

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Trenton, MI is $907/month.

Rent in Trenton is 45% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$907/month

Average Rent

683 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.2%

Change / Year

141

Available Apartments

Trenton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Trenton average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $907 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $1,054 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $1,044 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$907/month
683 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,054/month
988 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,044/month
1,379 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Trenton, MI?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.2%, which averages out to $1 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Trenton, MI

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Trenton, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
56% $700 - $1,000/month
44% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Trenton, MI?

Because the average rent in Trenton is $907, you’ll want to make about $3,023 per month or $36,276 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Trenton, MI

141 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Trenton, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Trenton, MI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Trenton We Think You'll Love

Greentrees Apartments

Greentrees Apartments

19880 Fort St,
Riverview, MI 48193

1-2 Beds | $999 - $1,399

Ashbury Place Apartments

Ashbury Place Apartments

3649 Van Horn Rd,
Trenton, MI 48183

1-2 Beds | $989 - $1,489

Huntington House Apartments

Huntington House Apartments

17400 Fort St,
Riverview, MI 48193

1-2 Beds | $949 - $1,224

Riverside Townhomes

Riverside Townhomes

14221 Park St,
Gibraltar, MI 48173

2-3 Beds | $1,395 - $1,795

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Trenton?

The average rent in Trenton is $907 per month, which is 45.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Trenton?

Rents in Trenton, MI are decreasing, with prices down 0.2% year-over-year and $1 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Trenton?

In Trenton, MI, 56% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Trenton Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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