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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 | $1,147 | $850 | $1,595 |
| New Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,453 | $1,095 | $1,950 |
| New Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,675 | $1,400 | $1,950 |
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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 North Allegheny 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 $745. 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 | $745 |
| Craigdell Gardens | 2 BD / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| 144 River Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Kensington, PA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Kensington area is the $1.41 price per square foot 637 Bell St Model at 637 Bell St, Unit 637 in the in the North Allegheny neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value New Kensington apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 144 River Ave starting at $1,100 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 637 Bell St, Unit 637 | 637 Bell St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| 144 River Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 454 Freeport St, Unit A | 454 Freeport St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 627 E 2nd Ave | 627 E 2nd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Craigdell Gardens | 2 BD / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 1006 Victoria Ave, Unit 1006 Victoria Ave Unit A | 1006 Victoria Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Pacific Highlands Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
| Pioneer Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $425.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in New Kensington?
There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in New Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $307 to $1,550. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Kensington ranging from $740 to $1,950.
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 $740 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,266.
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