Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $875 (50 Rentals)

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property at 2404 E Letterly St

$850

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$850

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$850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2404 E Letterly St

PhiladelphiaPA19125

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3525 Kensington Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3525 Kensington Ave

3525 Kensington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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3439 Frankford Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3439 Frankford Ave

3439 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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property at 3334 N Front St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3334 N Front St

PhiladelphiaPA19140
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Transit Flats Philly
1 Bedroom Apartments

Transit Flats Philly

1935 E Hazzard StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Pump House
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Pump House

2157 E Lehigh AvePhiladelphia, PA 19125
Corporate Housing
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property at 2308 E Allegheny Ave

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2308 E Allegheny Ave, Unit 2

2308 E Allegheny Ave
PhiladelphiaPA19134
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2214 N Front St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2214 N Front St

2214 N Front StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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3400 J st
1 Bedroom Apartments

3400 J st

3400 J StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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1836 Frankford Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1836 Frankford Ave

1836 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Hudson
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hudson

2421 N Mascher StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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property at 2200 Coral St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2200 Coral St

PhiladelphiaPA19125
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102 W Berks
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 W Berks

102-106 W Berks StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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2136 E Dauphin St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2136 E Dauphin St

2136 E Dauphin StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Palma
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Palma

2520 N Front StPhiladelphia, PA 19133

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #65

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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 3400 J st listed at $1,290.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $1,290 at 3400 J st.

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 $1,290 at 3400 J st.

What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3400 J st and starts from $1,290.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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