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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 | $3,582 | $2,795 | $5,200 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,618 | $3,950 | $6,050 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,347 | $5,195 | $5,500 |
| Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,725 | $1,950 | $7,500 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
| Kensington 7 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 1 Bed unit found at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $1,100. University Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,304. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| University Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,304 |
| Bosco | Unit 401 | 5BR,3BA | $1,408 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft Model at Bosco in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,717. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2A.2 Model at Metro 510 starting at $3,428 with a $3.22 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 5305 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 | 5305 Panama Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 5303 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 panama ave richmond | 5303 Panama Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 928 Adams St, Unit 1 | 928 Adams St | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.80 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 1116 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,495. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $895 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 $895 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,912.
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 $1,100 to $6,785, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,950 to $6,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,651.
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