
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Kensington Neighborhood of Kensington, MD from $1,400 (26 Rentals)
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10209 Douglas Ave

8507 Leonard Dr

1900 Lyttonsville Rd
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11418 Rockville Pike

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10670 Weymouth St

10316 Rockville Pike
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10201 Grosvenor Pl

5405 Tuckerman Ln

5405 Tuckerman Ln

9900 Georgia Ave, Unit #315 Americana Finnmark

10706 Kings Riding Way, Unit T2

10411 Montrose Ave
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11418 Rockville Pike

5000 Battery Ln, Unit 201

10304 Rockville Pike

11351 Woodglen Dr

11351 Woodglen Dr

10408 Montrose Ave

4977 Battery Ln
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10309 Montrose Ave

8201 Grubb Rd
South Kensington, Kensington, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Kensington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,452 | $1,900 | $3,500 |
South Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,406 | $2,495 | $5,000 |
South Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,539 | $3,200 | $7,200 |
South Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,037 | $5,700 | $6,300 |
South Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,500 | $9,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Kensington Neighborhood of Kensington, MD.
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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 Studio unit found at Claridge House priced from $1,367. Pooks Hill Tower & Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable South Kensington apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,367 |
Pooks Hill Tower & Court | Marigold | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
The Grand | 1D-C (Affordable Housing) | 1BR,1BA | $1,478 |
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+ | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
The Fields of Silver Spring | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,571 |
AVA Wheaton | S1-462-UrbanUp | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Nobe Market | S02 | Studio,1BA | $1,614 |
Arrive Wheaton | Fairfax | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1K | 1BR,1BA | $1,663 |
8200W Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,683 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Kensington area is the $2.37 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Kensington House in the in the Parkside neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Kensington apartment is the 2 Bedroom C Model at Cambridge Square starting at $1,995 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Woodmont Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kensington House | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.37 |
Cambridge Square | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Paddington Square | 2BR Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Inigo's Crossing | The Arthur | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Wheaton House | 2BR; 1ST; COURTYARD EXPO | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
The Fields of Silver Spring | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Maven at Wheaton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
MetroPointe | One Bedroom/One Bath - 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
The Flats at Wheaton Station | 1B/1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Claridge House | Studio 1Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in South Kensington?
There are currently 124 Apartments for Rent in South Kensington, MD with pricing that ranges from $801 to $11,745. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Kensington ranging from $1,400 to $10,000.
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 $1,400 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,231.
Expert Rental Resources
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