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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Olivia Ramirez

Moving to Trenton for work -advice?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $47,102, which feels on the lower side for the area. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It'...

1 replies 11 upvotes moving
John M.

Pros and cons of Trenton after 6 years

I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $47,102 in Trenton. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Trenton sits at 1,122.7 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community i...

4 replies 16 upvotes living
Greyson Sanders

Relocating to Trenton, NJ -pros and cons?

So, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,224 for rent here. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Piper Adams

Trenton in the winter -how bad?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,224/month for a decent place.

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Piper Adams

Best areas to explore in Trenton?

So, I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $122,500 on average. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,224/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 20.7%, which is higher than I expected. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd sa...

2 replies 14 upvotes qa
Paisley James

Co-working spaces in Trenton?

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Serenity S.

Rent vs buy in Trenton -what makes sense?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 89,966 people. Household incomes average around $47,102 in Trenton. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good service...

6 replies 12 upvotes housing
Joshua K.

Unpopular opinion about Trenton

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. Median household income is $47,102, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $122,500, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. I'd say it's better f...

7 replies 15 upvotes best-worst
John M.

Anyone regret moving to Trenton?

We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $47,102 in Trenton. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks an...

4 replies 21 upvotes moving
Stella Sanchez

Internet providers in Trenton?

OK so Born and raised here. Median household income is $47,102, which feels on the lower side for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Should I be concerned? Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -...

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Nolan Ruiz

Trenton in the winter -how bad?

Rent is about $1,224/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for be...

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Luna Roberts

Things Trenton needs to improve

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. You can expect to pay around $1,224 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

2 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
Wesley T.

Housing market in Trenton right now

OK so We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Trenton sits at 1,122.7 per 100K. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get go...

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Sarah Nguyen

Cheapest neighborhoods in Trenton?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,224 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Olivia Ramirez

Trenton is underrated, change my mind

We have two kids and Homes are going for about $122,500 on average. Rent is about $1,224/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know whe...

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Christopher C.

Working remotely from Trenton — my experience

I've been working remotely from Trenton for 4 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a good pro...

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Delilah G.

How much do you pay for rent in Trenton?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 7 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,224 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Trenton? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

2 replies 6 upvotes housing
Nora Thomas

Why I chose Trenton over bigger cities

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $122,500, which is actually reasonable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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miami_angel

Couple moving to Trenton from out of state

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. It's a a smaller city city with about 89,966 people. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain n...

0 replies 28 upvotes moving
Wesley T.

Is Trenton still affordable?

I'm originally from Charlotte and The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $122,500 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? Honestly...

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Christian Williams

Best areas to explore in Trenton?

So, Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Bruce G.

Worst things about living in Trenton

Look, I love Trenton, but let's be real about the downsides: Some areas are rundown Property taxes are high Crime in certain neighborhoods is a real concern Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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Nora Thomas

Life in Trenton as a young professional

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $47,102 in Trenton. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be great. Cheers.

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Ryan Johnson

Honest thoughts on life in Trenton

Alright, Does this match your experience? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Nolan Ruiz

Moving from Cleveland to Trenton next month

Hey folks, Median household income is $47,102, which feels on the lower side for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here a...

27 replies 27 upvotes moving
miami_angel

Working remotely from Trenton

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2019. Poverty rate is 20.7%, which is higher than I expected. You can expect to pay around $1,224 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. The median home value here is around $122,500, which is actually reasonable. Honestly,...

9 replies 5 upvotes jobs
miami_angel

Relocating to Trenton, NJ -pros and cons?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 89,966, Trenton is a smaller city. Median household income is $47,102, which feels on the lower side for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts?

0 replies 12 upvotes moving
Ryan Johnson

Most overrated things about Trenton

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $122,500, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Trenton sits at 1,122.7 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What...

0 replies 11 upvotes best-worst
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