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Trenton, NJ rent trends

Rental prices in Trenton, NJ have increased by 3.18% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,431 to $1,477.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Trenton, NJ is $1,477.

Average rent in Trenton, NJ

$1,477/mo Trenton, NJ average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Trenton, NJ is $1,477.

    What's the typical rent budget in Trenton, NJ?

    About 25% of apartment rents in Trenton, NJ range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 11% of apartments. Around 53% of Trenton’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 8% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 2% of apartment rentals in Trenton are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Trenton, NJ (53%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Trenton, NJ

    86 /100
    Very Walkable
    55 /100
    Good Transit
    63 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 86, Transit Score®: 55, Bike Score®: 63

    Frequently asked questions

    What type of rental buildings are in Trenton, NJ?

    In Trenton 64% of the housing is rented out compared to 36% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 21% of Trenton's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 69% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 9% are single-family rentals.

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