
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD (75 Rentals)


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Chevy Chase Lake

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5225 Pooks Hill Rd, Unit 1307S

10416 Rockville Pike, Unit 102

10101 Grosvenor Pl, Unit 302

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3929 Landmark Ct, Unit PL FL3-ID1245

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10306 Strathmore Hall St, Unit GO FL1-ID10199A

8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 619

8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 241

8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 608

2425 Blueridge Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2978A
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10306 Strathmore Hall St, Unit SI FL3-ID9579A

8525 Chevy Chase Lake Terrace, Unit 219

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3929 Landmark Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1246

2102 Luzerne Ave

10101 Grosvenor Pl

5225 Pooks Hill Rd

9907 Blundon Dr

2425 Blueridge Ave

10408 Rockville Pike

10500 Rockville Pike
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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 | $1,644 | $1,250 | $2,543 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,525 | $3,722 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,665 | $8,049 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $1,909 | $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 Chevy Chase Lake in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood and is 1,033 square feet priced from $2,764. 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 $1,727. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase Lake | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-9-The Barrett | 1,033 Sq Ft | $2,764 |
| Claridge House | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,727 |
| The Astrid | 1 Bed/1 Bath JR Loft-B1-G | 891 Sq Ft | $2,807 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 880 Sq Ft | $1,978 |
| Encore at Wheaton Station | 1BR/1Bath Deluxe | 868 Sq Ft | $2,331 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 842 Sq Ft | $1,461 |
| Inigo's Crossing | The Roosevelt | 833 Sq Ft | $1,960 |
| Ravel and Royale | Royale 1B10DEN | 831 Sq Ft | $3,009 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | A4 | 820 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Maven at Wheaton | One Bedroom | 710 Sq Ft | $1,987 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 11, 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 Forest Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 1 Bedroom is the 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH Model at Glenmont Forest starting at $1,390 in the Kemp Mill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,080. 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 |
| Glenmont Forest | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | $1,390 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,461 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | $1,507 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | S1 | $1,611 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Laurel | $1,700 |
| Claridge House | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | $1,727 |
| Round Hill Apartments of Chevy Chase | 1 BR | $1,740 |
| MetroPointe | One Bedroom/One Bath - 1B | $1,743 |
| The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1F | $1,777 |
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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 $2,080.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 1,033 square feet unit starting from $2,764 at Chevy Chase Lake.
What is the average size for Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 748 sq ft.
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