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517 Ridge Ave

62 Garfield St

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New Kensington, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in New Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,054 | $850 | $1,350 |
| New Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,554 | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| New Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,374 | $1,899 | $4,850 |
| New Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,742 | $1,495 | $1,999 |
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Cheapest Available New Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Kensington, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pioneer Apartments in the Westmoreland County neighborhood priced from $307. Pacific Highlands Apartments in the North Allegheny neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Kensington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Apartments | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $307 |
| Pacific Highlands Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Regular | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Craigdell Gardens | 2 BD / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| Nittany Highland Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Kensington, PA
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Kensington area is the $1.59 price per square foot 915 Corbet St Model at 915 Corbet St, Unit Apt A in the in the North Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,587. The second greatest value New Kensington apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Nittany Highland Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the East Allegheny neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 915 Corbet St, Unit Apt A | 915 Corbet St | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Nittany Highland Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Craigdell Gardens | 2 BD / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1006 Victoria Ave, Unit 1006 Victoria Ave Unit A | 1006 Victoria Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Maple Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Regular | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 800 North St, Unit B | 800 North St | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Pioneer Apartments | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Pacific Highlands Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in New Kensington?
There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in New Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $785 to $1,650. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Kensington ranging from $850 to $4,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Kensington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Kensington ranges from $850 to $4,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,506.
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