
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD from $801 (40 Rentals)


Kensington Gardens

3333 University Blvd W

The Glen at Kensington

11211 Dewey Rd

3333 University Blvd W

Glenmont Forest
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10316 Rockville Pike

10506 Weymouth St

10505 Montrose Ave

Avalon at Grosvenor Station

5225 Pooks Hill Rd

Wheaton House

Claridge House

Maven at Wheaton
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10300 Rockville Pike

Encore at Wheaton Station

3608 Isbell St

12007 Livingston St
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10684 Weymouth St

10201 Grosvenor Pl

10316 Rockville Pike

4901 Boiling Brook Pkwy

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10655 Montrose Ave
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 | $1,846 | $1,327 | $3,252 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $801 | $3,903 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,700 | $8,079 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,664 | $2,401 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Kensington, MD
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
5 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kensington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kensington is at Glenmont Forest listed at $1,439.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $1,439 at Glenmont Forest.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $1,439 at Glenmont Forest.
What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Glenmont Forest and starts from $1,439.
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