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2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA (482 Rentals)
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$2,550 - $2,6602 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$3,525 - $3,6752 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026
Panoramic Northside
1752 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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$3,400 - $4,0002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metro 510
510-512 El Cerrito PlzEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$1,900 - $5,1502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hillside Village
1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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$2,250 - $2,4502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1201 Liberty Apartments
1201 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,290 - $2,5152 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$3,495 - $4,4482 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 10, 2026
The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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$4,038 - $6,1202 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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841 Solano Ave
841 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1622 Milvia St
1622 Milvia StBerkeley, CA 94709
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$4,8762 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 5, 2026
Bosco
1717 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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830 Lexington Ave, Unit 830 Lexington
830 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1114 Stannage Ave, Unit 1114
1114 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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5234 Sacramento Ave
RichmondCA94804
8311 Buckingham Dr
El CerritoCA94530
2111 Vine 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 | $2,332 | $1,090 | $3,300 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,549 | $950 | $3,995 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,488 | $995 | $5,288 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,954 | $1,100 | $7,622 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,365 | $1,409 | $7,075 |
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Largest Available Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Jones Berkeley in the University Village neighborhood and is 1,420 square feet priced from $5,288. Metro 510 in the Midtown neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,153 square feet and currently listed start at $3,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Berkeley | THA | 1,420 Sq Ft | $5,288 |
| Metro 510 | 2B | 1,153 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Cobblestone | 1,075 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Hillside Village | B4 | 856 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Helios | 2BR/2.0BA | 853 Sq Ft | $3,750 |
| University Park | B4 | 850 Sq Ft | $3,799 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan A | 841 Sq Ft | $2,515 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 800 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of November 21, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the B3 Model starting from $1,900 at Hillside Village in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Acton Courtyard starting at $2,056 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $3,488. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Village | B3 | $1,900 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,056 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | $2,250 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan B | $2,290 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | $2,400 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,500 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Colony | $2,550 |
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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.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Hillside Village listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $3,488.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 1,420 square feet unit starting from $5,288 at Jones Berkeley.
What is the average size for Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 1,234 sq ft.
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