
Homes for Rent in Kensington, CA (58 Rentals)


45 Edgecroft Rd

237 Colusa Ave

733 Balra Dr

10300 San Pablo Ave, Unit Unit 202, Unit Unit 202

555 Pierce St, Unit #1134, Unit #1134

555 Pierce St, Unit 1042, Unit 1042

1301 Bonita Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1041 Cragmont Ave

1825 Berkeley Way
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2481 Hilgard Avenue, Unit Unit A, Unit Unit A

3076 Buena Vista Way

1181 Euclid Ave

5819 Bayview Ave, Unit Inlaw

2480 Virginia St, Unit 4

2480 Virginia St, Unit 4

2480 Virginia St, Unit 4

1815 Spruce St, Unit 304

1815 Spruce St, Unit 104

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1325 Sacramento St, Unit SI FL1-ID1520529P
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2665-2665 Shasta Rd, Unit 3

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2126

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124

938 Kearney St

966 Keeler Ave

Unit 1

5930 Orchard Ave

1217 Delaware St

545 Pierce St

537 Madison St
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920 Ramona Ave

1934 Stuart St

3114 Martin Luther King Jr Way

1678 Dwight Way

3110 Martin Luther King Jr Way

1436 Henry St

2950 Stanton St

2113 Rose St

1021 Keith Ave

1811 Delaware St
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2700 Le Conte Ave

1438 Alcatraz Ave

933 University Ave

2747 San Pablo Ave

1423 Walnut St

1525 Ada St

2438 Martin Luther King Jr Way

2337 Fifth St

2624 Regent St

2113 Ashby Ave
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 | $3,289 | $2,150 | $4,950 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,748 | $2,799 | $8,800 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,614 | $3,500 | $6,450 |
| Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 1107 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $674 to $14,091. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,600 to $8,800.
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 $1,600 to $8,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,466.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kensington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kensington range from $874 to $12,097, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,799 to $8,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,788.
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