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5405 Tuckerman Ln

RockvilleMD20852
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South Kensington, Kensington, MD Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Kensington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Kensington area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Kensington Gardens priced from $1,280. National Park Seminary Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,360. Here are the most affordable South Kensington apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kensington Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,280
National Park Seminary Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,360
Rollingwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,434
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
8200W Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,456
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,480
The Fields of Silver SpringA41BR,1BA$1,571
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A1BR,1BA$1,575
The Residences at Forest GlenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,599
Arrive WheatonFairfaxStudio,1BA$1,615

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Kensington area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2BR Market Model at Paddington Square in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $1,816. The second greatest value South Kensington apartment is the Two Bedroom/Two Bath - 2A Model at MetroPointe starting at $2,223 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Forest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paddington Square2BR Market2BR,1BA$1.91
MetroPointeTwo Bedroom/Two Bath - 2A2BR,2BA$2.40
Wheaton House2BR; TOP; COURTYARD EXPO2BR,1BA$2.37
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
The Fields of Silver SpringA11BR,1BA$2.11
10613 weymouth st 10110613 weymouth st 1011BR,1BA$2.28
The Residences at Forest GlenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.26
Rollingwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.28
Kensington Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in South Kensington?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $12,250. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Kensington ranging from $1,250 to $6,535.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Kensington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Kensington ranges from $1,250 to $6,535 with an average monthly rent of $3,319.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Kensington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Kensington range from $2,373 to $12,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,370 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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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