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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 | $3,261 | $1,985 | $4,000 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,765 | $3,125 | $6,450 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,575 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,250 | $7,250 | $7,250 |
| Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,975 | $9,975 | $9,975 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
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 | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,618 |
| MB Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The U at California | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA and Nearby
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $3.28 price per square foot 2A.2 Model at Metro 510 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 1622 Oxford St Model at 1622 Oxford St, Unit 5W starting at $1,795 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| 1622 Oxford St, Unit 5W | 1622 Oxford St | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 1538 Arch St, Unit 1542 | 1538 Arch St | 3BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 | 2342 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 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 |
| 5813 Alameda Ave, Unit 5813 Alameda | 5813 Alameda Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
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There are currently 1111 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $5,800. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,100 to $10,000.
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 $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,194.
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