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BerkeleyCA94708
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1630 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
1194 Sterling Ave
BerkeleyCA94708
1988 California St
BerkeleyCA94703
1823 Delaware St
BerkeleyCA94703
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6500 Donal Ave
6500-6501 Donal AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1945 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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6501 Donal Ave
El CerritoCA94530
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Hillside Village
1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342
2342 Hilgard AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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BerkeleyCA94702
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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 | $2,412 | $1,600 | $3,500 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,625 | $950 | $3,995 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,252 | $1,900 | $8,175 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,838 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $1,409 | $7,075 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $950. Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bosco | Unit 201 | 5BR,2BA | $1,499 |
| MB Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA and Nearby
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.24 price per square foot Unit 201 Model at Bosco in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 3 BR x 2 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bosco | Unit 201 | 5BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1538 Arch St, Unit 1542 | 1538 Arch St | 3BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 | 2342 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 1114 Stannage Ave, Unit 1114 | 1114 Stannage Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kensington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kensington is at The U at California listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $950 at Helios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $1,900 at Hillside Village.
What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1201 Liberty Apartments and starts from $2,950.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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