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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 | $3,250 | $2,150 | $4,950 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,824 | $2,799 | $8,800 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,801 | $3,500 | $8,500 |
| Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $950. Acton Courtyard in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,618. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Summer short term - Bed rental - Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,618 |
| Bosco | Unit 301 | 6BR,3BA | $1,688 |
| 1920 Francisco LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of May 31, 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 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Cobblestone | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 1668 Shattuck Ave, Unit 2 | 1668 Shattuck Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 1109 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $674 to $13,721. There are also 55 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 $3,732.
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 $6,900, 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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