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Kensington, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,116 | $1,275 | $4,500 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,705 | $3,600 | $7,800 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,725 | $3,500 | $8,000 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CA is a Studio unit found at 1801 Milvia Street in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $795. Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1801 Milvia Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 1803 Oxford St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.05 price per square foot 5819 Bayview Ave Model at 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,500. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit | 5819 Bayview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 986 Kains Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 1668 Shattuck Ave, Unit 2 | 1668 Shattuck Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Hillside Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 1108 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $14,839. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,275 to $8,500.
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 $1,275 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,975.
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 $1,748 to $6,311, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,600 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,568.
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