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$2,010 - $2,3901 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Metro 510
510-512 El Cerrito PlzEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$3,210 - $3,7501 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 17, 2026
Hillside Village
1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,650 - $2,9881 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 15
The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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$3,341 - $3,8201 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 29
Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $2,292 | $1,090 | $3,300 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $950 | $3,995 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $995 | $5,288 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,954 | $1,100 | $7,286 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $1,409 | $7,075 |
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Largest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 811 square feet priced from $3,200. The Village at Town Center in the Midtown neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 710 square feet and currently listed start at $2,010. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | 1BR/1.0BA | 811 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Siena | 710 Sq Ft | $2,010 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 678 Sq Ft | $2,480 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 674 Sq Ft | $2,175 |
| University Park | A1 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| 1514 Walnut Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 640 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of November 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the Shared Double Model starting from $950 at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at MB Apartments starting at $1,850 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,524. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | $950 |
| MB Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,850 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,850 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Hamlet | $2,010 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | $2,175 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | $2,305 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,480 |
| University Park | A1 | $2,550 |
| 1385 Shattuck Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,590 |
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Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kensington is at Helios listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $2,524.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 811 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at Helios.
What is the average size for Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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