
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD (73 Rentals)


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10618 Kenilworth Ave, Unit 203

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8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 619

8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 241

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Kensington, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,666 | $1,291 | $2,554 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $1,461 | $3,596 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $1,665 | $7,439 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $2,335 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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Largest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, MD is found at Inigo's Crossing in the Parkside neighborhood and is 1,134 square feet priced from $2,557. Claridge House in the Silver Spring neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 960 square feet and currently listed start at $1,712. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inigo's Crossing | The Grant | 1,134 Sq Ft | $2,557 |
| Claridge House | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,712 |
| The Astrid | 1 Bed/1 Bath JR Loft-B1-G | 891 Sq Ft | $2,962 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 880 Sq Ft | $1,978 |
| Encore at Wheaton Station | 1BR/1Bath Deluxe | 868 Sq Ft | $2,212 |
| Crescent at Chevy Chase | One Bedroom with Den & Private Balcony facing S... | 834 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | A4 | 820 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Meridian at Grosvenor Station | The Mozart | 777 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Chevy Chase Lake | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-3-G-The Barrett | 767 Sq Ft | $2,921 |
| Maven at Wheaton | One Bedroom | 710 Sq Ft | $2,026 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 27, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, MD is the One Bedroom Model starting from $776 at The Residences at Forest Glen in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at National Park Seminary Apartments starting at $1,461 in the Silver Spring neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,152. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Forest Glen | One Bedroom | $776 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,461 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | $1,507 |
| Kensington House | One Bedroom & Den | $1,599 |
| Glenmont Forest | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | $1,601 |
| Oakfield Apartment Homes | A1 | $1,618 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | A4 | $1,695 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Laurel | $1,700 |
| Allium Place | One Bedroom | $1,702 |
| The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1B/1C | $1,705 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kensington is at The Residences at Forest Glen listed at $776.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $2,152.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 1,134 square feet unit starting from $2,557 at Inigo's Crossing.
What is the average size for Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 990 sq ft.
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