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$2,030 - $2,5201 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,800 - $3,2001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metro 510
510-512 El Cerrito PlzEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$3,700 - $3,9001 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
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 - $3,2941 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,3301 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
Cerrito Vista Apartments
10963 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1120 Sterling Ave, Unit 1120 Sterling - Unit A
1120 Sterling AveBerkeley, CA 94708
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5925-5933 San Diego St
El CerritoCA94530
5817 Madison Ave
RichmondCA94804
2109 Cedar St
BerkeleyCA94709
1708 Martin Luther King Jr Way
BerkeleyCA94703
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1846 Spruce St
BerkeleyCA94709
1408 Berkeley Way
BerkeleyCA94702
1514 Walnut St
BerkeleyCA94709
2417 Virginia St
BerkeleyCA94709
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Kensington, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,306 | $1,550 | $3,325 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $950 | $3,900 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,557 | $2,250 | $5,008 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $1,475 | $6,785 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $1,400 | $1,655 |
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Largest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Metro 510 in the Midtown neighborhood and is 847 square feet priced from $2,900. 1122U in the University Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,961. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 510 | 1A | 847 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| 1122U | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w Den | 800 Sq Ft | $2,961 |
| 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 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Palazzo | 610 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 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 $2,598. 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 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | $2,175 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Palazzo | $2,295 |
| University Park | A1 | $2,550 |
| 1514 Walnut Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,800 |
| Metro 510 | 1A | $2,900 |
| 1122U | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w Den | $2,961 |
| Acton Courtyard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $3,289 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,598.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 847 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Metro 510.
What is the average size for Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 790 sq ft.
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