
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (76 Rentals)
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Ventnor Flatz

1819 BEVERLY RD

1030 Ocean Ave

35-49 Stratford Rd

2116 DITMAS AVE

505 OCEAN AVE

1710 Newkirk Avenue
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51 STRATFORD RD

1532 Ocean Avenue

2160 Caton Ave

2016 albemalre rd

801 Avenue C

363 Ocean Parkway

Argyle Hall

40 Woodruff

522 Ocean Ave

1329 50th St
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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 | $3,931 | $2,750 | $5,271 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,233 | $3,300 | $6,000 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,627 | $2,200 | $6,277 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,300 | $4,000 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $4,000 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 815-823 Flatbush Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,300 |
| 22 Caton Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, NY
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $3.20 price per square foot 74 Minna St Model at 74 Minna St, Unit 2F in the in the Borough Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 815-823 Flatbush Ave starting at $3,300 with a $5.50 price per square foot in the Prospect 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Minna St, Unit 2F | 74 Minna St | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 815-823 Flatbush Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| 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 $3,300 at 815-823 Flatbush 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 $4,530 at 22 Caton Place.
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