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Kensington Gardens
3401 University BlvdKensington, MD 20895
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Kensington House
10225 Frederick AveKensington, MD 20895
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Silver Creek Senior Living 62+
3910 Knowles AveKensington, MD 20895
3419 University Blvd W, Unit 303
3419 University Blvd W
KensingtonMD20895
3355 University Blvd W
KensingtonMD20895
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The Glen at Kensington
10214-10220 Frederick AveKensington, MD 20895
3015 Upton Dr
KensingtonMD20895
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Glenmont Forest
2386 Glenmont CirSilver Spring, MD 20902
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AVA Wheaton
2425 Blueridge AveSilver Spring, MD 20902
10201 Grosvenor Pl, Unit 1204a
10201 Grosvenor Pl
RockvilleMD20852
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Claridge House
2445 Lyttonsville RdSilver Spring, MD 20910
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Pooks Hill Tower & Court
3 Pooks Hill RdBethesda, MD 20814
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National Park Seminary Apartments
9615 Dewitt DrSilver Spring, MD 20910
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Belvedere Apartments
2107 Belvedere BlvdSilver Spring, MD 20902
10201 Grosvenor Pl
RockvilleMD20852
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Oakfield Apartment Homes
2217 Georgian WayWheaton, MD 20902
10500 Rockville Pike, Unit 1012
10500 Rockville Pike
RockvilleMD20852
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Allium Place
4024 Gannon RdSilver Spring, MD 20902
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$1,725 - $2,778
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Arrive Wheaton
11215 Georgia AveWheaton, MD 20902
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Round Hill Apartments of Chevy Chase
8584 Freyman DrChevy Chase, MD 20815
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Avalon at Grosvenor Station
10306 Strathmore Hall StNorth Bethesda, MD 20852
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The Astrid
5159 Pooks Hill RdBethesda, MD 20814
2102 Luzerne Ave
Silver SpringMD20910
10638 Weymouth St, Unit 101
10638 Weymouth St
BethesdaMD20814
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Maven at Wheaton
10914 Georgia AveWheaton, MD 20902
10410 Montrose Ave, Unit Montrose Ave
10410 Montrose Ave
BethesdaMD20814
10101 Grosvenor Pl
North BethesdaMD20852
10513 Weymouth St, Unit Parkside
10513 Weymouth St
BethesdaMD20814
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Inigo's Crossing
5405 Tuckerman LnNorth Bethesda, MD 20852
5225 Pooks Hill Rd, Unit 1307S
5225 Pooks Hill Rd
BethesdaMD20814
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BethesdaMD20814
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Wheaton House
10811 Georgia AveSilver Spring, MD 20902
10416 Rockville Pike, Unit 102
10416 Rockville Pike
North BethesdaMD20852
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Village Square Apartments
12011 Veirs Mill RdSilver Spring, MD 20906
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The Magnolia
10301 Grosvenor PlNorth Bethesda, MD 20852
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Ravel and Royale
10511 Strathmore Hall StNorth Bethesda, MD 20852
10101 Grosvenor Pl, Unit 302
10101 Grosvenor Pl
North BethesdaMD20852
9907 Blundon Dr
Silver SpringMD20902
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Chevy Chase Lake
3820 Chaplin PlChevy Chase, MD 20815
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3929 Landmark Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1246
3929 Landmark CtChevy Chase, MD 20815
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5225 Pooks Hill Rd
BethesdaMD20814
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Encore at Wheaton Station
10898 Bucknell DrSilver Spring, MD 20902
12014 Georgia Ave, Unit na
12014 Georgia Ave
Silver SpringMD20902
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The Residences at Forest Glen
2106 Belvedere BlvdSilver Spring, MD 20902
12007 Eaglewood Ct
Silver SpringMD20902
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Forest Glen Apartments
9920 Georgia AveSilver Spring, MD 20902
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Apollo Landings
10820 Georgia AveWheaton, MD 20902
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Bucknell
11500 Bucknell DrSilver Spring, MD 20902
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Newdale Mews Apartments
3929 Newdale RdChevy Chase, MD 20815
10408 Rockville Pike
North BethesdaMD20852
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,644 | $1,250 | $2,543 |
| Cheap Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,525 | $3,722 |
| Cheap Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,665 | $8,049 |
| Cheap Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $1,909 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Forest Glen in the Forest Glen neighborhood priced from $776. Glenmont Forest in the Kemp Mill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Forest Glen | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| Glenmont Forest | EFFICIENCY | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| AVA Wheaton | S1-462-Urban | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,507 |
| The Fields of Silver Spring | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,611 |
| Allium Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,665 |
| Arrive Wheaton | Fairfax | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.70 price per square foot B13L Model at Avalon at Grosvenor Station in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the Three Bedroom (2 Level) Model at Rock Creek Palisades starting at $2,600 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Halpine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon at Grosvenor Station | B13L | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Rock Creek Palisades | Three Bedroom (2 Level) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.86 |
| Kensington House | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Wheaton House | 2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Residences at Forest Glen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Allium Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| National Park Seminary Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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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 Claridge House listed at $1,438.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $776 at The Residences at Forest Glen.
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 $1,638 at Rollingwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Allium Place and starts from $1,909.
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