
Studio Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA (529 Rentals)


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2627 Virginia St

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8182 Terrace Dr

915 Taylor St

1917 Delaware St

2440 Hilgard Ave

1720 Hearst Ave

2100-2104 California St

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1822 Virginia St

1818 Virginia St

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1538 Arch St

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1902 Virginia St

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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 | $2,391 | $950 | $3,300 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $950 | $3,750 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $1,757 | $8,500 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,657 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,773 | $1,691 | $7,075 |
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Largest Available Kensington Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Metro 510 in the Midtown neighborhood and is 640 square feet priced from $2,425. Cerrito Vista Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 628 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 510 | SA | 640 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | 628 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | 488 Sq Ft | $2,768 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | 456 Sq Ft | $3,115 |
| University Park | S1 | 450 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| 1122U | Studio | 425 Sq Ft | $2,180 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Gio | 395 Sq Ft | $2,130 |
| Bosco | Studio - 241 sqft | 241 Sq Ft | $1,090 |
Cheapest Available Kensington Studio Apartments
As of February 07, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the Studio - 241 sqft Model starting from $1,090 at Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington Studio is the S1 Model at University Park starting at $2,100 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Kensington is currently $2,391. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bosco | Studio - 241 sqft | $1,090 |
| University Park | S1 | $2,100 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Gio | $2,130 |
| 1122U | Studio | $2,180 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 4B - Live Work Studio | $2,184 |
| Metro 510 | SA | $2,425 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | $2,775 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | $3,115 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Kensington is at Bosco listed at $1,090.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Kensington is $2,391.
What is the largest available Studio Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 640 square feet unit starting from $2,425 at Metro 510.
What is the average size for Kensington Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Kensington is currently 393 sq ft.
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