
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA (191 Rentals)


Metro 510

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Hillside Village

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1122U

1201 Liberty Apartments

1401 Liberty St

1634 Milvia

Bosco

1803 Oxford St

Catalyst
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1622 Oxford St, Unit 5W

6792 Snowdon Ave

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7323 Waldo Ln, Unit SI ID1545793P

6112 Orchard Ave

815 Kains Ave

2527 Baywood Way

2122 Florida Ave

967 Kern St

2615 Telegraph Ave

5215 Bayview Ave
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5421 Valley View Rd

1653 Northshore Dr

2 Panoramic Way

920 Ramona Ave

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1738 Spruce St

5307-5309 Columbia

6500 Central

1514 Walnut St

1613 6th St
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1301 Hearst Avenue

1534 Arch St

2480 Virginia St

1307-1309 Bonita Ave

1316 Bonita Ave

611 Lexington Ave

906 Liberty St

5844 Alameda Ave

5823 Alameda Ave

965 Hilldale Ave
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1349 Delaware St

2655 Virginia St

1716 Rose St

855 Liberty St

Lexington Apartments

1706 Francisco St

933 Kains Ave

720 Stannage Ave

6426 Waldo Ave

3406 Santa Clara 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 | $2,475 | $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 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 $4,197. 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 | $4,197 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
| Catalyst | 3BR 2BA | 1,021 Sq Ft | $2,493 |
| 1634 Milvia | Three Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| 1301 Hearst Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 900 Sq Ft | $3,750 |
| Bosco | Unit 304 | 789 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 30, 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 3BR 2BA Model at Catalyst starting at $2,493 in the University Village neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $3,365. 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 |
| Catalyst | 3BR 2BA | $2,493 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | $2,950 |
| 1634 Milvia | Three Bedroom | $3,600 |
| 1301 Hearst Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | $3,750 |
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | $4,197 |
| 1803 Oxford St | 3BR/3.0BA | $5,475 |
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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 $3,365.
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 $4,197 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 1,684 sq ft.
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