
Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA Under $1,500 (161 Rentals)


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Hagert and York

The Bromley Loom House

The Weaver

Metal Works

Westmoreland Lofts

The Parkside Fishtown

Hagert Lofts

Collins Lofts

Aston Lofts
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The Columbia

Bromley Dwelling

Wolff Court

Hope Street

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3538 Jasper St, Unit 1

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2723 E Huntingdon St, Unit 3rd Floor

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424 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rdFL
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2001 E Monmouth St, Unit 1st floor

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1950 Clarence St, Unit 2

2054 Ann St

3079 Tulip St

2060 E Orleans St

3250 Hope St

3248 N Philip St

3462 N Lee St

2404 E Letterly St

2600 Ann St, Unit Room 5
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2600 Ann St, Unit Room 2

3334 N Front St, Unit 2nd fl

1835 E Boston St, Unit A

424 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor

437 E Girard Ave, Unit 3

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 5

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 6

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 7

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 4

1112 E Berks St, Unit A
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3458 Frankford Ave, Unit 10

1701 Tulip St, Unit 10

1112 E Berks St, Unit 107

2922 Frankford Ave, Unit 2a

904 E Tioga St, Unit Apt 2

121 W Wishart St

1904 E Hazzard St

3530 Braddock St

3308 N Hancock St

2743 Kensington 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 | $1,288 | $750 | $1,550 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $875 | $2,215 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $825 | $3,355 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $2,095 | $2,850 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #65
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
How much are Studio apartments in Kensington?
There are currently 122 Studio Apartments in Kensington with rent ranges from $750 to $1,550 with an average price of $1,288.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kensington Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kensington ranges from $875 to $2,215 with an average monthly rent of $1,561.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $825 to $3,355. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,951.
How expensive are Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,095 to $2,850 - averaging $2,473 for the location.
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