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A small but active city on the outskirts of Detroit
Located at the southern edge of Metro Detroit and just across the Detroit River from Canada, the city of Trenton combines the region’s hardworking character with Upper Midwest's penchant for hockey. Home to roughly 18,000 people, the city is known equally for its access to its natural surroundings. “It’s an inviting riverfront community and a great place for all ages to work and play,” says Kirsten Brockmiller, longtime resident and Realtor with BBR Realty.
Founded in 1834, Trenton has a rich industrial heritage, much of which is related to its former power and steel plants. Today, Stellantis Trenton and Corewell Health Trenton Hospital are some of the city’s largest employers.
Corewell Health Hospital on Fort Street in Trenton is one of the top employers in Trenton.
Stellantis Trenton is the largest employer in Trenton with over 600 full time employees.
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From hockey matches to riverside recreation
“In Trenton, it’s all about hockey,” says Dean Agius, an agent with Re/Max Innovation. “This is a tight community of hockey lovers.” Between the Trenton High School varsity hockey team and the Trenton Hockey Association, residents have several options for chasing the puck. Elizabeth Park offers various waterside recreational facilities and a public boat launch to set out for a day of fishing for walleye. “There’s just tons of stuff to do on the river,” Agius says. “People actually move here because of the outdoor amenities.” From the park, visitors can also hop on the North South Trail, which leads south to Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, the only one of its kind in the nation.
Take the Trenton Town Trail all the way to the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge.
Trenton High School hockey team and Trenton Hockey Association both love Kennedy Recreation.
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Ranch-style homes dominate the city
Trenton’s median home price for a single-family home is $235,000, which falls below the national figure. Much of Trenton’s housing dates back to the mid-20th century, when Metro Detroit was the world’s main automaking center. Ranch-style homes appear most often throughout the city in communities like Bridge Meadows and Bretton Park . However, Taubitz Farms and other neighborhoods situated closer to downtown showcase varying architectural designs. A handful of single-family homes, condos and townhomes that were built in the early 2000s are also available.
Many of Trenton's highly sought bungalows and ranches were designed in the mid-20th century.
Trenton Point and Trenton Tower are popular condos built along the Detroit River in Trenton.
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Residents convene at Trenton's city-wide events
In late June, the city gathers downtown for the annual Trenton Summer Festival. “It’s a wonderful event for all ages,” says Brockmiller. “It has everything from arts and crafts to food and live entertainment." The city threw its first Trenton Art Festival in September 2024. Among gallery shows and workshops, the city hired artists from across the region to adorn downtown with large-scale murals. “People could enjoy shopping and eating downtown while watching these murals come to life,” Brockmiller says.
Winter Wonderland brings locals together in Trenton.
Trenton residents enjoy seasonal activities around a large bonfire at Winter Wonderland.
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Shop and dine locally in downtown Trenton
Trenton has plenty to offer when it comes to dining, from Italian eateries to delis serving up dishes like chicken and waffles and kielbasa. Close to the waterfront, West Jefferson Avenue is Trenton’s downtown shopping and dining area, where locally owned restaurants sit beside boutique. On the city's western side, West and Allen roads are home to several chain restaurants, big-box retailers and supermarkets.
Grab some freshly baked goods at Elliott's Bakery along West Jefferson in downtown Trenton.
Big box stores such as Walgreens can be found along West Road and Fort Street in Trenton.
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Trenton Public Schools offers hands-on learning
Trenton Public Schools serves the city maintains a B-plus rating on Niche. The district participates in the Downriver Career Technical Consortium (DCTC), which provides hands-on learning opportunities for high school students to explore different career pathways. St. Joseph Catholic school is the area’s local private option.
St Joseph Elementary School is Trenton's private option for K-8.
Trenton High School participates in the Downriver Career Technical Consortium.
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To Detroit and beyond
Interstate 75 runs west of the community, leading to Detroit and Detroit metropolitan airport 20 miles northeast. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 16 miles west of Trenton. SMART bus routes also link residents to the city along 2-hour trips and service local travel throughout Trenton. Fort Street is the area’s second main thoroughfare, allowing access to neighboring communities to the north and south.
Trenton's crime statistics and four seasons
FBI data shows that Trenton’s property crime slightly increased from 2022 to 2023, while violent crimes continue on a downward trend. These statistics also reveal that the city’s crime rates fall below Detroit’s average.
According to FEMA, properties and roadways within a mile of the Detroit River are at low risk of flooding after heavy rainfall. Otherwise, the city experiences four distinct seasons. "We get the full effect of each season during peak times," Brockmiller says. "We have beautiful colors in fall and stunning winters because we are on the waterfront."
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On average, homes in Trenton, MI sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Trenton, MI over the last 12 months is $236,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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