
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (548 Rentals)
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430 Ocean Pky

The Manchester

Park Towers Owners

403 Avenue C

Glenn Briar

415 Beverly Rd

800 Cortelyou Rd

235 Ocean Pky

280 Ocean Pky
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300 Ocean Pky

Westminster Arms

5100 15th Ave

681 Ocean Ave

Terrace Gardens Plaza

400 E 17th St

1818 Newkirk Ave

1375 Ocean Ave

855 E 7th St

Waterfalls
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770 Ocean Pky

416 Ocean Ave

Pinnacle Condominiums

567 Ocean Avenue Condominiums

2102 Beverley Rd

303 Beverley Road

264 Webster Ave

465-495 E 7th St

811 Cortelyou Rd

599 E 7th St
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271 McDonald Ave

Prospect Park South

45 Martense St

The Gorman

Dahill Gardens

40 Argyle Rd

1494 Ocean Ave

415 Argyle Rd

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385 Argyle Rd
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Park West Condominium

The Caroline

733 Ocean Pky

3845 18th Ave

Ventnor Flatz

2325 Foster Avenue

1212 Newkirk Ave

820 Ocean Pky

448 E 22nd St

61 Martense 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 | $2,676 | $1,750 | $3,033 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,400 | $3,987 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,200 | $3,400 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $3,599 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| 25 East 19th St | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,218 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, NY
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.13 price per square foot 4119 13th Ave Model at 4119 13th Ave, Unit 4119 in the in the Borough Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2408 Beverley Rd Model at 2408 Beverley Rd, Unit #2 starting at $3,600 with a $2.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4119 13th Ave, Unit 4119 | 4119 13th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 2408 Beverley Rd, Unit #2 | 2408 Beverley Rd | 4BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 676 E 5th St, Unit 1 | 676 E 5th St | 4BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| 323 Avenue C, Unit 3rd FL | 323 Avenue C | 3BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 426 Foster Ave, Unit #2A | 426 Foster Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Ventnor Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 25 East 19th St | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
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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 $3,218 at 25 East 19th St.
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 $750 at Ventnor Flatz.
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