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property at 2520 N Front St

2520 N Front St

PhiladelphiaPA19133

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property at 3104 Hurley St

3104 Hurley St

PhiladelphiaPA19134
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3422 Dillman St

PhiladelphiaPA19140
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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Collins Lofts priced from $1,075. Westmoreland Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collins LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Westmoreland LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,095
The Mill at York StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Beacon FlatsX04Studio,1BA$1,195
The Palma01 Layout1BR,1BA$1,203
Quaker City FlatsX05-X071BR,1BA$1,235
Jasper HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,240
The Bromley Loom House1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.56 price per square foot 603 E Girard Ave Model at 603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2 BR / 2 BA Model at Richmond Square starting at $1,745 with a $1.16 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor603 E Girard Ave3BR,2BA$1.56
Richmond Square2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.16
Brand New Luxury Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.49
2821 Livingston St, Unit 12821 Livingston St2BR,2BA$1.80
2329 E Cumberland St, Unit 1st Floor Cumberland Stre2329 E Cumberland St1BR,1BA$1.75
2635 E Lehigh Ave, Unit 22635 E Lehigh Ave2BR,1BA$1.81
The Palma02 Layout1BR,1BA$1.81
2568 Salmon St, Unit 2nd Floor2568 Salmon St1BR,1BA$1.71
Westmoreland LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.72
The Mill at York StationStudioStudio ,1BA$1.83

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?

There are currently 322 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $10,495. There are also 230 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $890 to $6,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kensington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kensington ranges from $890 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,093.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.