Cheap Homes for Rent in South Kensington Neighborhood of Kensington, MD from $1,500 (13 Rentals)

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3015 Upton Dr

KensingtonMD20895

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property at 2110 Bonnywood Ln

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2110 Bonnywood Ln, Unit 102, Unit 102

2110 Bonnywood Ln
Silver SpringMD20902

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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 The Residences at Forest Glen priced from $776. Battery Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,332. Here are the most affordable South Kensington apartments for rent in Washington, MD:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Forest GlenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$776
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,332
The Barrington ApartmentsA4 Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,374
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,395
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Kensington area is the $1.87 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Rollingwood Apartments in the in the Rosemary Hills neighborhood starting from $2,059. The second greatest value South Kensington apartment is the 3BR Market Model at Paddington Square starting at $2,350 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Rosemary Hills 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.
Rollingwood Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$1.87
Paddington Square3BR Market3BR,1BA$2.33
Cambridge Square2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.33
The Residences at Forest GlenTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.83
The Fields of Silver SpringB22BR,1BA$2.04
Battery Park1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.55
National Park Seminary Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.74
AVA WheatonA7-682-Urban1BR,1BA$2.46
The Flats at Wheaton Station1B/1C1BR,1BA$2.52
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in South Kensington?

There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $1,374 to $12,257. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Kensington ranging from $1,500 to $7,600.

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 $1,500 to $7,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,561.

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 $2,350 to $12,257, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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