
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MN from $400 (54 Rentals)
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902 1st St S

97 7th Ave S

500 1st Ave S

Riverside Apartments

North Valley Apartments

Spruce Place Apartments

Eastside Acres

Westfield Apartments

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Nature's Edge Apartments
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Colonial Village Apartments

McKay Apartments

Twenty08 Apartments

10th Avenue Apartments

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Broadway Apartments

Cascade Apartments

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Campus View Historic Apartments

River Bluff Apartments

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Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community

Somerset Apartments
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Lakewood Apartments

506 Flats Apartments

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Pheasant Run

Stetson Village Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone

Lincoln Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Hillside Apartments

East Side Stories Apartments

Central Lakes
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Page House

Osakis Community Manor

Goldenwood

Silverleaf Apartments

KMA - Highland Terrace Apartments

806 W 5th St

Heritage Apartments- Morris

Carolina Village

Willow Square

Greenleaf Apartments
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Aspen Green II

1504 & 1508 Jefferson St

1624 8th St N

1612 8th St N

Ridgeview Manor - Trail I and II

310 8th St N

Lamplighter Apartments

Cardinal Estates

313 5th St S

512 Maple Ln
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Kensington, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $695 | $1,295 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $710 | $1,968 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $755 | $2,919 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,145 | $1,995 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,270 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, MN is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments priced from $695. North Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments | 911 studios | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Eastside Acres | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $761 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Campus View Historic Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, MN and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 1141 sqft, 3709 South Broad... Model at Lakewood Terrace-3707 in the starting from $1,485. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place Model at Spruce Place Apartments starting at $900 with a $1.01 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Terrace-3707 | 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 1141 sqft, 3709 South Broad... | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Runestone Grand Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 2 BD/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Legacy of Alexandria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Bld 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Eastside Acres | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kensington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kensington is at Riverside Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $761 at Eastside Acres.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $900 at McKay Apartments.
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