
Homes for Rent in Kensington, CA (51 Rentals)


369 Colusa Ave

45 Edgecroft Rd

34 Stratford Rd

555 Pierce St, Unit 1042

313 Coronado St

1815 Francisco St

1825 Berkeley Way

1730 Martin Luther King Jr Way

1623 Grant St
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1698 University Ave

2665-2665 Shasta Rd

1698 University Ave

1729 Elm St

938 Kearney St

6000 Bayview Ave

5210 Sacramento Ave

5930 Orchard Ave

785 Taft St

525 Clayton Ave
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555 Pierce St

545 Pierce St

702 Solano Ave

10300 San Pablo Ave

909 Adams St

2008 Shattuck Ave.

1934 Stuart St

2331 Sacramento St

1627 Fairview St

3110 Martin Luther King Jr Way
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2626 Warring St

1678 Dwight Way

2118 Grant St

1735 Spruce St

1811 Delaware St

2634 Virginia St

1741 Rose St

2700 Le Conte Ave

2306 Spaulding Ave

933 University Ave
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1525 Ada St

1917 Seventh St

2438 Martin Luther King Jr Way

2337 Fifth St

5103 Panama Ave

827 S 33rd St

5319 Ridgeview Cir

381 S 37th St

4000 Nevin Ave

846 Carlson Blvd
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Kensington, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,160 | $2,150 | $4,950 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,053 | $3,000 | $5,895 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 1109 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $949 to $25,436. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,100 to $5,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kensington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kensington ranges from $1,100 to $5,895 with an average monthly rent of $2,617.
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