
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Decatur, GA from $500 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kensington area of Decatur.


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3323 Midway Rd

The Retreat at Madison Place

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3583 Midway Rd, Unit #A
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Icon Avondale Apartments

Langley Place

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Kenridge Apartments

Sunrise View

Avondale Village

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Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes

Manor at Indian Creek

431 Annie St

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Kensington, Decatur, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $973 | $749 | $1,277 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $799 | $2,124 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $900 | $2,586 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,380 | $3,300 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $1,850 | $3,725 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Decatur, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redan Village priced from $799. Oak Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Decatur, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redan Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | Classic Studio Unit | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Ridgewood | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Manor at Indian Creek | 1 Bed 710 sf | 1BR,1BA | $976 |
| Icon Avondale Apartments | STUDIO 1 BATHROOM | Studio,1BA | $1,008 |
| Kenridge Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Langley Place | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Avondale Village | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, GA
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.36 price per square foot Three-Bedroom Unit Model at Sunrise View in the in the South DeKalb neighborhood starting from $1,562. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the The Sunburst Maple Model at Forty15 Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the South DeKalb 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise View | Three-Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Forty15 Apartments | The Sunburst Maple | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| 3681 Pavilion Pointe | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Park Estates | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Avondale Place Apartments | Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Phoenix Station - NOW OPEN | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Avondale Reserve Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Redan Village | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Manor at Indian Creek | 1 Bed 710 sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 3583 Midway Rd, Unit #A | 3583 Midway Rd | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Decatur, GA
Ranked #22
Among cities in Georgia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kensington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kensington is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Redan Village which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $3,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 126 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kensington?
Cheap apartments in Kensington have an average cost of $592 which is $2,883 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.
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