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Trenton, MI Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Sebastian Nelson

Remote worker thinking about Trenton

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm retired and The median home value here is around $202,400, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $873/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. What neighborhoods would you...

6 replies 1 upvotes moving
Easton Lewis

Working in Trenton -salaries realistic?

Random thought, Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

3 replies 0 upvotes jobs
Easton Lewis

Affordable areas near Trenton?

The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

3 replies 5 upvotes housing
Alexa Turner

Unpopular opinion about Trenton

The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young ...

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Easton Lewis

What I wish I knew before living in Trenton

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $202,400, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $873 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

3 replies 1 upvotes living
Alexa Turner

Day-to-day life in Trenton, MI

Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

3 replies 8 upvotes living
Sebastian Nelson

Why I chose Trenton over bigger cities

Random thought, I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $78,565, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, b...

0 replies 11 upvotes living
Sebastian Nelson

Is public transit usable in Trenton?

Longtime lurker here, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a small town city with about 18,242 people. Poverty rate is 4.1%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! It's not perf...

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Ralph T.

How is Trenton for outdoor activities?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $202,400 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Trenton? Any help is appreciated. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know ...

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