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2035 E Allegheny Ave
2035 E Allegheny AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
1864 E Cornwall St
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1950 Clarence St, Unit 2nd Floor
1950 Clarence StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2922 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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3115 Kensington Ave, Unit 3
3115 Kensington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
24 E Silver St
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2742 Kensington Ave
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2742 Kensington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2120 E York StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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2121 E Dauphin StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 4
2742 Kensington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2083 E Clearfield St, Unit 1st Floor Front
2083 E Clearfield StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 6
2742 Kensington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2641 E Clearfield St, Unit 3R
2641 E Clearfield StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2359 E Allegheny Ave, Unit 2
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3563 Emerald St
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2031 E Lehigh Ave
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3475 Collins StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
3168 Reach St
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1835 E Boston St, Unit C
1835 E Boston StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Mill at York Station
1817 E York StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
2950 Kensington Ave
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1935 E Hazzard St
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2060 E Orleans St
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1999 E Boston StPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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2215 E Tioga StPhiladelphia, PA 19134
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2513 N Howard StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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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 | $1,253 | $700 | $1,550 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $625 | $2,850 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $770 | $3,355 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,700 | $5,379 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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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 3214-16 Frankford Ave priced from $700. The Pump House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3214-16 Frankford Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Pump House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Metal Works | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| 2636 Belgrade St | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,111 |
| 3400 J st | Studio with Bedroom Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Schillers By Ampere in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Atlas Lofts starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 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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| Schillers By Ampere | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Atlas Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 2146 E Susquehanna Ave, Unit 2 | 2146 E Susquehanna Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 1950 Clarence St, Unit 2nd Floor | 1950 Clarence St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2359 E Allegheny Ave, Unit 2 | 2359 E Allegheny Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 3400 J st | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Aston Lofts | 02 Layout | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 2035 E Allegheny Ave | 2035 E Allegheny Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 3214-16 Frankford Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2641 E Clearfield St, Unit 3R | 2641 E Clearfield St | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
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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 $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Metal Works which is listed at $1,090, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $1,621.
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 2 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 $447 which is $1,174 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.
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