
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC from $1,640 (4 Rentals)
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The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments
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Sage at 1240

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,689 | $1,640 | $1,740 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,744 | $2,471 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $2,155 | $3,396 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,930 | $2,813 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, SC
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.25 price per square foot B1 Model at Legacy Mount Pleasant Apartments in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $2,490. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the The Marion Model at Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes starting at $2,085 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Kensington neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Mount Pleasant Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes | The Marion | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Brooking Square Apartments & Townhomes | The Folly | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Sweetgrass Landing | Azalea 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Sage at 1240 | Sweetgrass | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
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Best Local Schools in Kensington, Mount Pleasant, SC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $1,744 at Sage at 1240.
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 $2,155 at Restore at Carolina Park 55+ Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments and starts from $2,803.
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