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3355 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2000 E Westmoreland StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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1817 E York StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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2370 Jasper StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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3475 Collins StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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1999 E Boston StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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3289 E Thompson StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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1901 E York StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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2717 N Howard StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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2013 N Front StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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2000 Dreer StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $750 | $1,704 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $800 | $3,164 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $825 | $3,409 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,300 | $4,000 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,357 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Parkside Fishtown priced from $1,150. The Mill at York Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parkside Fishtown | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Bromley Loom House | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 2560 Jasper St, | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Hagert and York | S4-Y | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| Collins Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| The Weaver | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Hagert Lofts | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2515 Frankford Ave Model at 2515 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 2 in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,716. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 3400 Emerald St Model at 3400 Emerald St, Unit 1st floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Richmond 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2515 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 2515 Frankford Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 3400 Emerald St, Unit 1st floor | 3400 Emerald St | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 2626 Trenton Ave, Unit 404 | 2626 Trenton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 3400 Reach St | 3400 Reach St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Brand New Luxury Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Palma | 05 Layout | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 2301 Frankford Ave | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 1817 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 1817 Frankford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 3355 Frankford Ave | 3355 Frankford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Best Local Schools in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
Willard Frances E School
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Public School - Grades K-4 (444)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kensington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kensington is under $1,301.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Hagert Lofts which is listed at $1,301, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $6,357.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kensington?
Cheap apartments in Kensington have an average cost of $457 which is $5,900 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.
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