
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $750 (546 Rentals)
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490 Ocean Parkway

430 Ocean Pky

The Manchester

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403 Avenue C

Glenn Briar

415 Beverly Rd

800 Cortelyou Rd

235 Ocean Pky
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300 Ocean Pky

303 Beverley Road

264 Webster Ave

280 ocean Pky

5100 15th Ave

681 Ocean Ave

Terrace Gardens Plaza

400 E 17th St

1818 Newkirk Ave

1375 Ocean Ave
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855 E 7th St

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770 Ocean Pky

2102 Beverley Rd

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416 Ocean Ave

Westminster Arms

465-495 E 7th St

811 Cortelyou Rd
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599 E 7th St

45 Martense St

The Gorman

271 McDonald Ave

Dahill Gardens

40 Argyle Rd

1494 Ocean Ave

415 Argyle Rd

Prospect Park South

Park West Condominium
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385 Argyle Rd

The Caroline

733 Ocean Pky

3845 18th Ave

Ventnor Flatz

2325 Foster Avenue

2215 Newkirk Ave

61 Martense St

140 E 2nd 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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $2,000 | $3,300 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,300 | $4,500 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $4,200 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 546 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 | $2,979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, NY
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $3.41 price per square foot 22 Tehama St Model at 22 Tehama St, Unit #A in the in the Borough Park neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 815-823 Flatbush Ave starting at $2,979 with a $4.97 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Tehama St, Unit #A | 22 Tehama St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
| 815-823 Flatbush Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
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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 $2,979 at 815-823 Flatbush Ave.
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