
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA (186 Rentals)


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1122U

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Hillside Village

1201 Liberty Apartments

1729 Arch Street

Collab@Oxford

1401 Liberty St

1530 Henry Street

1650 Oxford St

1634 Milvia
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Bosco

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1720 Cedar St, Unit CedarB

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2573 Virginia St

1041 Cragmont Ave

2665-2665 Shasta Rd, Unit 3

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5930 Orchard Ave

1217 Delaware St

7323 Waldo Ln

929 Lexington Ave
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2326-2328 Rose St

4000 Nevin Ave

3421 Roosevelt Ave

2941 Chavez Ln

2578 Virginia St

2624 Regent St

920 Ramona Ave

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1738 Spruce St

5307-5309 Columbia
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6500 Central

1514 Walnut St

1613 6th St

3406 Santa Clara Ave

1437 Oxford St

1312 Addison St

3038 Yolo Ave

1265-1267 Berkeley Way

5841 El Dorado St

935 Pierce St
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5920-5926 Bayview Ave

1632 Francisco St

2231-2239 Cedar St

2435 Hilgard Ave

800 Pierce St

1607 Milvia St

1525 Milvia St

3213 Santa Clara Ave

5820 Central Ave

540 Lexington Ave
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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 | $2,374 | $1,050 | $3,737 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,549 | $950 | $4,041 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,380 | $674 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,554 | $874 | $6,900 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,904 | $1,788 | $6,554 |
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Largest Available Kensington and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at 1122U in the University Village neighborhood and is 1,076 square feet priced from $4,248. 1201 Liberty Apartments in the Midtown neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,050 square feet and currently listed start at $3,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | 1,076 Sq Ft | $4,248 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
| Bosco | Unit 304 | 789 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Kensington and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 31, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the Unit 304 Model starting from $1,808 at Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 3 Bedroom is the 3 BR x 1 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments starting at $2,950 in the Midtown neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $3,554. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bosco | Unit 304 | $1,808 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | $2,950 |
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | $4,248 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Kensington is at Bosco listed at $1,808.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $3,554.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 1,076 square feet unit starting from $4,248 at 1122U.
What is the average size for Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 1,403 sq ft.
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