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Trenton, New Jersey · For renters

Homes for Rent in Trenton, NJ

Looking for a rental in New Jersey's capital city? Extra Property Management leases and manages apartments, houses, and townhomes across Trenton — from the historic Mill Hill and Berkeley Square blocks to Chambersburg and the neighborhoods along the Route 1 corridor. We run our rentals from a local office at 354 S Broad St, so you deal with a real Trenton team, not an out-of-town call center.

4.8★
253 Google reviews
Local Trenton team
Fast, responsive leasing
homes and apartments for rent in Trenton NJ — historic rowhouses and downtown blocks
4.8★ · 333 reviews
Renters & owners
Online tenant portal
Pay rent, request repairs
Responsive maintenance
Vetted local vendors
Trenton & nearby towns
Local office on S Broad St
Renting in Trenton

What renters find in Trenton, NJ

Trenton offers some of the most affordable rents in the Mercer County / Central Jersey market, with easy access to Philadelphia and New York.

Trenton is New Jersey's capital, and its rental stock reflects that history: block after block of two- and three-story rowhouses, converted historic homes, and small apartment buildings, plus newer units downtown. Rents here run well below what you'd pay in Princeton or the Windsors just up Route 1, which is why so many state workers, students, and commuting families rent in the city. Median gross rent in Trenton sits in roughly the $1,200–$1,300 range citywide — genuinely affordable for Central Jersey — though a renovated apartment for rent in a sought-after neighborhood lists higher.

Where you rent shapes the experience. Mill Hill and Berkeley Square are Trenton's leafy historic districts of restored rowhouses. Chambersburg ("the Burg") keeps a tight-knit east-side feel and some of the city's best-known restaurants. Near the Trenton Transit Center, a rental puts you on the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor and SEPTA line, with direct trains to Philadelphia and New York — so you can commute without a car. Weighing houses for rent in Trenton NJ against apartments usually comes down to space in the outer wards versus walkability downtown.

Current Trenton rentals change often

Available apartments and houses for rent in Trenton turn over quickly, so rather than list units here that may already be leased, we keep availability current by phone. Call 609-800-2060 or send us a message to hear what Trenton rentals we have open now, what's coming soon, and what fits your budget, bedroom count, and neighborhood — and we'll flag units before they hit the portals.

The process

How to apply for a Trenton rental

Our application process is straightforward and the same for every applicant — here's what to expect.

1. Find your unit & tour

Call us to hear current Trenton availability and book a showing. We'll walk you through the unit, the neighborhood, and the lease terms so there are no surprises before you apply.

2. Submit your application

Apply online. Each adult applicant completes a short form and pays the application fee, which covers screening. Have your ID, recent pay stubs, and rental history ready to speed things up.

3. Screening & approval

We review credit, income, rental history, and background consistently for every applicant. Most owners look for verifiable income around three times the monthly rent. We turn decisions around quickly and tell you if anything's missing.

4. Sign, pay & move in

On approval you sign the lease and pay first month plus a security deposit (New Jersey caps it at one and one-half months' rent). We document the move-in condition, hand over keys, and set you up on the tenant portal.

Living in an EPM rental

What to expect from an EPM-managed rental in Trenton

Renting from a professional manager should be easier than renting from a landlord you can only reach by text. In a Trenton unit we manage, you pay rent online, request repairs through your portal at any hour, and reach a real local team at our S Broad Street office. We keep our units in good condition and move fast when something needs fixing — exactly what our renters tell us in their reviews.

Extra Property Management team serving Trenton and Mercer County NJ renters
  • Pay rent onlineA secure tenant portal with reminders — no dropping off checks.
  • Fast, tracked repairsSubmit a maintenance request any time and follow it to completion.
  • Clear, fair leasesDeposits held per New Jersey law and returned by the rules at move-out.
  • A local team you can reachReal people at a Trenton office — 4.8★ across 253 reviews.

Great team. They have good properties, all in good condition, and they're very fast and efficient... I can't wait to move into my new place.

— Shannon, Google review
Renter questions

Trenton rentals: renter FAQ

How do I see what apartments and houses for rent you have in Trenton?

Trenton rentals move fast, so the surest way to see current availability is to call us at 609-800-2060 or send a message. Tell us your budget, bedroom count, move-in date, and any preferred neighborhood, and we'll tell you what's open in Trenton right now and what's coming soon.

What do I need to apply for a rental in Trenton, NJ?

Each adult applicant fills out an online application, pays the application fee, and provides a photo ID, proof of income such as recent pay stubs, and rental history. We screen credit, income, background, and rental references the same way for everyone. Most owners look for verifiable income around three times the monthly rent.

How do I pay rent and request repairs once I move in?

Every EPM tenant gets an online portal. You pay rent there with reminders so nothing slips, and you submit maintenance requests any time of day and track them to completion. If you'd rather talk to a person, our local Trenton team is a phone call away at 609-800-2060.

Which Trenton neighborhoods do you have rentals in?

We handle rentals across Trenton, including the Mill Hill and Berkeley Square historic districts, Chambersburg, and neighborhoods near the Trenton Transit Center and the Route 1 corridor, plus surrounding Mercer County towns. Inventory shifts by neighborhood, so call us and we'll point you to what's open where you want to live.

Find your next Trenton rental

Ready to see what's available? Call our local team for current homes and apartments for rent in Trenton, NJ, or send us your details and we'll be in touch. Call 609-800-2060.

609-800-2060
  • Current Trenton availability, by phone
  • A clear, consistent application process
  • A real local team — not a call center

Tell us what you're looking for

Share your budget, bedroom count, and move-in timing and we'll match you to current Trenton rentals.

More from EPM

More rentals — and help for owners

Searching a different town? Start at our homes & apartments for rent hub for rentals across Central NJ and Bucks County PA. And if you own a rental in the city and want it filled and managed, see our Trenton property management services for owners, learn how we screen every applicant on our tenant screening page, or explore our full landlord services.