Cheap Homes for Rent in Kensington, CT from $1,300 (17 Rentals)

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property at 127 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,325

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$1,325

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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127 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 65 East St

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

65 East St

PlainvilleCT06062
property at 126 Biruta St

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

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126 Biruta St

New BritainCT06053
property at 176 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,475

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$1,475

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$1,475

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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176 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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property at 20 Woodsedge Dr

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Woodsedge Dr

NewingtonCT06111
property at 50 Long St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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50 Long St

New BritainCT06051
property at 184 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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184 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 161 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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161 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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property at 18 Peck St

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

18 Peck St

BerlinCT06037
property at 130 Center St

$1,695 - $2,095

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$1,695

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130 Center St

SouthingtonCT06489
property at 144 Clark St

$1,700

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$1,700

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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144 Clark St

New BritainCT06051

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property at 57 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,700

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$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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57 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

Kensington, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Franklin House in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood priced from $1,100. Anvil Place in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,190. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,100
Anvil Place2 BR 60H2BR,1BA$1,190
20-30 Peck St20 Peck Street C-71BR,1BA$1,200
Regency ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Cardinal Hill1B/1B Deck1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT and Nearby

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $0.43 price per square foot 155 Linwood St Model at 155 Linwood St, Unit 2nd floor apartment in the in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 218 Booth St Model at 218 Booth St, Unit Booth st ap2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
155 Linwood St, Unit 2nd floor apartment155 Linwood St3BR,1BA$0.43
218 Booth St, Unit Booth st ap2218 Booth St3BR,1BA$1.07
23 Holmes Ave, Unit 2nd Floor23 Holmes Ave2BR,1BA$1.25
33 Brooklawn St33 Brooklawn St2BR,1BA$1.42
49 Belden St, Unit Unit #249 Belden St3BR,1BA$1.70
574 W Main St, Unit 3rd Floor574 W Main St3BR,1BA$1.73
57 Whiting Street53-73BR,1BA$1.68
Main Place ApartmentsLarge two bedroom2BR,1BA$1.78
Anvil Place2 BR 60H2BR,1BA$1.70
Franklin House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?

There are currently 528 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT with pricing that ranges from $850 to $3,400. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,325 to $3,400.

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 $1,325 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,171.

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 $1,550 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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