
Cheap Homes for Rent in Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
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Kensington, Mount Pleasant, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,371 | $2,500 | $4,700 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,548 | $3,099 | $3,995 |
Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,399 | $5,399 | $5,399 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Charleston, SC is a Studio unit found at Sage at 1240 priced from $1,729. The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,748. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sage at 1240 | Sweetgrass | Studio,1BA | $1,729 |
The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
Sweetgrass Landing | Dogwood 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, SC
As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.33 price per square foot The Marion Model at Restore at Carolina Park in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the Azalea 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated Model at Sweetgrass Landing starting at $1,795 with a $2.28 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. |
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Restore at Carolina Park | The Marion | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Sweetgrass Landing | Azalea 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Legacy Mount Pleasant Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Sage at 1240 | Sweetgrass | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 11 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,729 to $8,108. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,700 to $5,399.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kensington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kensington ranges from $1,700 to $5,399 with an average monthly rent of $3,283.
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