Cheap Homes for Rent in Kensington, CT from $1,200 (17 Rentals)

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property at 65 East St

$1,250

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 10

65 East St

PlainvilleCT06062
property at 135 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,350

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$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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135 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 242 N Main St

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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242 N Main St

SouthingtonCT06489

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property at 45 Park Pl

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 13

45 Park Pl

New BritainCT06052
property at 161 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,400

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$1,400

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161 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 126 Biruta St

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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126 Biruta St

New BritainCT06053
property at 52 Atwood St

$1,400

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$1,400

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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52 Atwood St

HartfordCT06105
property at 20 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,400

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$1,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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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 12 Liberty St

$1,595

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$1,595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

12 Liberty St

SouthingtonCT06489

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property at 95 Woodsedge Dr

$1,600

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$1,600

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95 Woodsedge Dr

NewingtonCT06111
property at 79 Newington Ave

$1,600

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$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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79 Newington Ave

New BritainCT06051

Kensington, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CT is a Studio unit found at The Regency Apartments in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood priced from $1,095. Franklin House in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Regency ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Franklin House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,100
Anvil Place2 BR 60H2BR,1BA$1,190
Cardinal Hill1B/1B Deck1BR,1BA$1,400
zColumbus Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,437

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.34 price per square foot 743 Stanley St Model at 743 Stanley St, Unit First Floor in the in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 189 Daly Ave Model at 189 Daly Ave, Unit First Floor - 3 BR starting at $1,900 with a $1.52 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.
743 Stanley St, Unit First Floor743 Stanley St3BR,1BA$1.34
189 Daly Ave, Unit First Floor - 3 BR189 Daly Ave3BR,1BA$1.52
33 Brooklawn St33 Brooklawn St2BR,1BA$1.42
134 Monroe St, Unit 1 fl134 Monroe St3BR,1BA$1.38
57 Whiting Street53-73BR,1BA$1.50
Evergreen Town House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.71
zColumbus Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
500 Stanley St, Unit Fl 3500 Stanley StStudio ,1BA$1.81
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 535 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT with pricing that ranges from $785 to $3,400. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,250 to $3,700.

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 $1,250 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,328.

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 $1,575 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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