
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA (510 Rentals)


57 Edgecroft Rd

The Village at Town Center

Metro 510

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Hillside Village

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1122U

University Park

1201 Liberty Apartments

Civic Plaza Apartments

The U at California
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1401 Liberty St

1920 Francisco LLC

Bosco

MB Apartments

Catalyst

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1849 Cedar St, Unit D

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2339 Hilgard Ave, Unit #301

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1422 6th St

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1441 Josephine St, Unit 1441 Josephine St.

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5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit
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1668 Shattuck Ave, Unit 2

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1826 Walnut St, Unit 1

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2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342

555 Pierce St, Unit 505

1456 Hopkins St

615 Jackson St

2015 Hearst Ave, Unit 3

2015 Hearst Ave, Unit 4

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1072 Keeler Ave, Unit SI ID1364156P

555 Pierce St, Unit 334
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6714-6714 Moeser Ln

6534 Stockton Ave

5730 Bayview Ave

1227 Hopkins St

2218 Parker St

2018 Ninth St

2950 Stanton St

2611 Bayfront Ct

2543 Martin Luther King Jr Way

1438 Alcatraz Ave
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2507 Baywood Way

2601 College Ave

2029 Channing Way

1423 Walnut St

5685 Jordan Ave

669 Neilson St

Gateview at Albany Hill Condos

Bridgewater

1738 Spruce St

6500 Central
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Kensington, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $2,475 | $1,900 | $3,755 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $950 | $3,354 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,674 | $2,158 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,365 | $1,748 | $6,311 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,635 | $1,568 | $6,275 |
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Largest Available Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Metro 510 in the Midtown neighborhood and is 1,066 square feet priced from $3,600. The Village at Town Center has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 962 square feet and currently listed start at $2,990. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 1,066 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Colony | 962 Sq Ft | $2,990 |
| 1526 Arch St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 900 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 860 sqft | 860 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 856 Sq Ft | $2,431 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| 1610 Milvia Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 850 Sq Ft | $3,650 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan A | 841 Sq Ft | $2,515 |
| 1516Henry | 2BR/1.0BA | 820 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 30, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the 2BR 1BA Model starting from $2,158 at Catalyst in the University Village neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 2 Bedroom is the B1 Model at Hillside Village starting at $2,201 in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $3,674. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Catalyst | 2BR 1BA | $2,158 |
| Hillside Village | B1 | $2,201 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan B | $2,290 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,295 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,495 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,500 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | $2,500 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | $2,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Kensington is at Catalyst listed at $2,158.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $3,674.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 1,066 square feet unit starting from $3,600 at Metro 510.
What is the average size for Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 895 sq ft.
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