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

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio,1BA$1,367
Pooks Hill Tower & CourtMarigoldStudio,1BA$1,455
The Grand1D-C (Affordable Housing)1BR,1BA$1,478
Silver Creek Senior Living 62+1A1BR,1BA$1,548
The Fields of Silver SpringA41BR,1BA$1,571
AVA WheatonS1-462-UrbanUpStudio,1BA$1,595
Nobe MarketS02Studio,1BA$1,614
Arrive WheatonFairfaxStudio,1BA$1,620
The Flats at Wheaton Station1K1BR,1BA$1,663
8200W Apartments0x1Studio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kensington HouseThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.37
Cambridge Square2 Bedroom C2BR,1BA$2.05
Paddington Square2BR Affordable2BR,1BA$1.89
Inigo's CrossingThe Arthur1BR,1BA$2.56
Wheaton House2BR; 1ST; COURTYARD EXPO2BR,1BA$2.49
The Fields of Silver SpringB22BR,1BA$2.04
Maven at WheatonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.39
MetroPointeOne Bedroom/One Bath - 1B1BR,1BA$2.44
The Flats at Wheaton Station1B/1C1BR,1BA$2.46
Claridge HouseStudio 1BathroomStudio ,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.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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