
Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY (1,554 Rentals)


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22 Tehama St, Unit #A

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2407 Tilden Ave, Unit 1R

222 Parkville Ave, Unit 5A

623 Avenue H, Unit 3F

NEWKIRK AVENUE, Unit 9

2311 Newkirk Ave, Unit 1

610 E 3rd St, Unit 2

GREENWOOD AVENUE, Unit 2

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Ditmas Park, Unit A
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Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Ditmas Park, Unit B

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Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home in Ditmas Park, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home in Ditmas Park, Unit C

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Nice Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

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Exquisite ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

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Stylish Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 4

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home in Prospect Park South, Unit B

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Kensington, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $2,000 | $3,025 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,300 | $4,500 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $4,200 | $4,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,210 | $1,630 | $4,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,785 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,783 | $1,190 | $4,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,250 | $1,090 | $1,410 |
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Best Local Schools in Kensington, Brooklyn, NY
Ps 179 Kensington
Jhs 62 Ditmas
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Kensington area of Brooklyn, NY?
As of today, August 28, 2026, there are currently 1,554 available Kensington apartments priced from $2,000 to $4,500, with an average monthly rent of $3,555.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $2,700 to $4,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,299.
How expensive are Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 167 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,300 to $4,500 - averaging $3,875 for the location.
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