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12220 Centerhill St, Unit 152

9802 Georgia Ave

10209 Douglas Ave
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10500 Rockville Pike

4901 Boiling Brook Pkwy, Unit 418

10401 Grosvenor Pl
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5225 Pooks Hill Rd, Unit 1206S

2410 Darrow St

10684 Weymouth St
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10500 Rockville Pike

10424 Rockville Pike

3419 University Blvd W

10411 Montrose Ave
Kensington, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,590 | $1,200 | $4,500 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,307 | $2,250 | $4,600 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,335 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,606 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, MD is a Studio unit found at Glenmont Forest in the Kemp Mill neighborhood priced from $1,357. Allium Place in the Halpine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,394. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Glenmont Forest | EFFICIENCY | Studio,1BA | $1,357 |
Allium Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Marigold | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
AVA Wheaton | S1-462-UrbanUp | Studio,1BA | $1,493 |
Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,502 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $0.90 price per square foot 9717 Connecticut Ave Model at 9717 Connecticut Ave, Unit Basement in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the Three Bedroom (2 Level) Model at Rock Creek Palisades starting at $2,400 with a $1.71 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. |
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9717 Connecticut Ave, Unit Basement | 9717 Connecticut Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
Rock Creek Palisades | Three Bedroom (2 Level) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.71 |
5225 Pooks Hill Rd, Unit 1608S | 5225 Pooks Hill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Wheaton House | 2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
The Fields of Silver Spring | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Maven at Wheaton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
10613 weymouth st 101 | 10613 weymouth st 101 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Allium Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Rollingwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Best Local Schools in Kensington, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,287 to $10,845. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $900 to $11,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kensington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kensington ranges from $900 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,231.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kensington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kensington range from $1,909 to $10,845, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,250 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,117.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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