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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (53 Rentals)
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2536 Amber St
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$1,0952 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 2
3510 Frankford Ave, Unit 2
3510 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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Westmoreland Lofts
2000 E Westmoreland StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
3342 Malta St
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Collins Lofts
3475 Collins StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
2528 E Allegheny Ave
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The Parkside Fishtown
2110 E Norris StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
2230 E Somerset St
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3047 Frankford Ave
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665 E Wensley St
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2560 Jasper StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Mill at York Station
1817 E York StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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Hagert and York
1999 E Boston StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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3412 N Front St
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3355 Frankford Ave, Unit Frankford Ave 1st Fl.
3355 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
1942 N Front St
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2046 E Lehigh Ave
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2520 N Front StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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2370 Jasper StPhiladelphia, 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 | $1,267 | $750 | $1,704 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $750 | $3,150 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $825 | $3,325 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,175 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westmoreland Lofts priced from $1,095. Harbisons Dairy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Harbisons Dairy | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Parkside Fishtown | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 2560 Jasper St, | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Hagert and York | S4-Y | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| East Tioga Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,242 |
| The Weaver | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Bromley Loom House | Unit 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.62 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Lofts Model at East Tioga Lofts in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,666. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the unit 306 Model at Bromley Dwelling starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 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. |
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| East Tioga Lofts | Two Bedroom Two Bath Lofts | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Bromley Dwelling | unit 306 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 2635 Livingston St, Unit Unit 2 | 2635 Livingston St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Brand New Luxury Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 2007 Hope st apartments | Unit 201 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Mill at York Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1817 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 1817 Frankford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 3355 Frankford Ave, Unit Frankford Ave 1st Fl. | 3355 Frankford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Collins Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Westmoreland Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Best Local Schools in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
Willard Frances E School
Philadelphia City School District
Public School - Grades K-4 (444)
4 out of 10
Conwell Russell Middle School
Philadelphia City School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (175)
5 out of 10
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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 $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Westmoreland Lofts which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $1,999.
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 28 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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