
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD (82 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,741 | $1,362 | $2,558 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $1,280 | $3,731 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,791 | $1,550 | $8,135 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $1,451 | $10,000+ |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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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 $2,517. Chevy Chase Lake in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,033 square feet and currently listed start at $2,954. 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 | $2,517 |
| Chevy Chase Lake | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-9-The Barrett | 1,033 Sq Ft | $2,954 |
| The Barrett at Chevy Chase Lake | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-9-The Barrett | 1,033 Sq Ft | $2,954 |
| Claridge House | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 960 Sq Ft | $1,897 |
| Wheaton House | 1BR DLX; PATIO LEVEL | 900 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| The Astrid | 1 Bed/1 Bath JR Loft-B1-G | 891 Sq Ft | $2,859 |
| Avalon at Grosvenor Station | A6L | 883 Sq Ft | $2,080 |
| Crescent at Chevy Chase | Spacious One Bedroom Apt with Balcony - ADA Acc... | 842 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, MD is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,280 at Kensington Gardens in the Parkside neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at National Park Seminary Apartments starting at $1,441 in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,133. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Kensington Gardens | 1 Bedroom | $1,280 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,441 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | $1,444 |
| Glenmont Forest | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | $1,514 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | A4 | $1,571 |
| Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ | 1A | $1,575 |
| Arrive Wheaton | Atlanta | $1,600 |
| The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1G/1H | $1,630 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Laurel | $1,700 |
| Inigo's Crossing | The Eisenhower - MPDU | $1,765 |
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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 Kensington Gardens listed at $1,280.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $2,133.
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 $2,517 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 826 sq ft.
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