
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (55 Rentals)
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2231 Ann St

2066 E Pacific St

3413 Frankford Ave

3532 Kensington Ave

3412 N Front St

2536 Amber St

3301 N Front St
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2332 Frankford Ave, Unit 2f

1935 E Hazzard St

2717 N Howard St

Collins Lofts

3342 Malta St

Westmoreland Lofts

The Parkside Fishtown

3118 Belgrade St
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2230 E Somerset St

2635 E Lehigh Ave

3047 Frankford Ave

2560 Jasper St,

1924 N Front St

2604 Frankford Ave

The Mill at York Station

Hagert and York
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2950 Kensington Ave

3355 N 2nd St

The Weaver

2411 Kensington Ave

2046 E Lehigh Ave

The Palma

2654 Coral St

The Bromley Loom House

2422 Frankford Ave
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2721 N Howard St

2528 E Allegheny Ave
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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 | $1,321 | $725 | $1,732 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $850 | $3,697 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $825 | $4,351 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,400 | $2,850 |
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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 $1,146. The Parkside Fishtown 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 | $1,146 |
| The Parkside Fishtown | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 2560 Jasper St, | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| East Tioga Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| The Weaver | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Harbisons Dairy | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Bromley Loom House | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA
As of November 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1806 Frankford Ave Model at 1806 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit B in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Lofts Model at East Tioga Lofts starting at $1,769 with a $1.72 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1806 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit B | 1806 Frankford Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| East Tioga Lofts | Two Bedroom Two Bath Lofts | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 2626 Trenton Ave, Unit 405 | 2626 Trenton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Brand New Luxury Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 3427 N 2nd St, Unit 2f | 3427 N 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Mill at York Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 2332 Frankford Ave, Unit 2f | 2332 Frankford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1817 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 1817 Frankford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Collins Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Westmoreland Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #61
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
Willard Frances E School
Conwell Russell Middle School
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Getting Around the Kensington Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,146, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $2,200.
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 32 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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