
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (83 Rentals)
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Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Tranquil ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Modern ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 3

Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3
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Exquisite ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 4

Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 1

Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

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Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Tranquil ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Nice Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1
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Modern ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Nice Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Stylish Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Exquisite ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Stylish Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Prime Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Prime Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit E

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

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

488 Ocean Pkwy

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

Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home, Unit A

Room in Shared 4 bed/4 bath home, Unit A
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Ventnor Flatz

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505 OCEAN AVE

1710 Newkirk Avenue

51 STRATFORD RD

1532 Ocean Avenue

2160 Caton Ave
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,125 | $1,500 | $2,750 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $1,750 | $3,175 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $2,250 | $4,931 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2363 Bedford Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| 22 Caton Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, NY
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Ventnor Flatz in the in the Prospect Park neighborhood starting from $735. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 426 McDonald Ave Model at 426 McDonald Ave, Unit 1R starting at $2,600 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the Borough Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 426 McDonald Ave, Unit 1R | 426 McDonald Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 2363 Bedford Ave | Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $4.70 |
| 72 Lott St | 72 Lott St | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
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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 Cheap Kensington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $2,800 at 2363 Bedford Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $3,500 at 2363 Bedford Ave.
Expert Rental Resources
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