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Rental Market Trends in Trenton, NJ

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Trenton, NJ is $1,583/month.

Rent in Trenton is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.

$1,583/month

Average Rent

729 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.7%

Change / Year

476

Available Apartments

Trenton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Trenton average $1,002 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $1,583 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $1,914 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Trenton average $1,665 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,002/month
452 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,583/month
729 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,914/month
947 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,665/month
958 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,787/month
472 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,184/month
862 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,596/month
819 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,199/month
782 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,393/month
426 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Trenton, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.7%, which averages out to $12 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Trenton, NJ

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Trenton, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
18% $700 - $1,000/month
32% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
10% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Trenton?

Based on current rent prices, Wilbur II, Chambersburg and Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist are the most affordable neighborhoods in Trenton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Wilbur II
$1,474/month
604 Sq Ft
Chambersburg
$1,621/month
752 Sq Ft
Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist
$1,626/month
773 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Trenton?

Based on current rent prices, Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist, Chambersburg and Wilbur II are the most expensive neighborhoods in Trenton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist
$1,626/month
773 Sq Ft
Chambersburg
$1,621/month
752 Sq Ft
Wilbur II
$1,474/month
604 Sq Ft

Which Trenton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Trenton with the most apartments available are Chambersburg, Wilbur II and Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Chambersburg
$1,621/month
752 Sq Ft
Wilbur II
$1,474/month
604 Sq Ft
Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist
$1,626/month
773 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Trenton is $1,583, you’ll want to make about $5,276 per month or $63,312 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, NJ

476 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Trenton, NJ 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

Wilbur II

Trenton, NJ

Greenwood-Hamilton Historic Dist

Trenton, NJ

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$592/month
-
Two Bedroom
-
-
Three Bedroom
$1,250/month
-
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  • Hamilton Township

    Hamilton Township

Apartment Communities in Trenton We Think You'll Love

Parkview Apartments

Parkview Apartments

1424 Nottingham Way,
Hamilton, NJ 08609

1-2 Beds | $1,575 - $2,150

Carlton Apartments

Carlton Apartments

125 W Farrell Ave,
Ewing, NJ 08618

1-2 Beds | $1,670 - $2,285

Barclay Village

Barclay Village

3461 S Broad St,
Trenton, NJ 08610

1-2 Beds | $1,860 - $2,495

River's Edge Apartments

River's Edge Apartments

1903 Country Ln,
Ewing, NJ 08628

1-3 Beds | $1,650 - $2,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Trenton?

The average rent in Trenton is $1,583 per month, which is 4.8% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Trenton?

The average rent for a house in Trenton, NJ is $2,184 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Trenton?

The average rent for a townhome in Trenton, NJ is $2,199 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Trenton?

Rents in Trenton, NJ are increasing, with prices up 0.7% year-over-year and $12 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Trenton?

In Trenton, NJ, 38% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey 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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