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property at 2054 Albright St

2054 Albright St

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property at 2520 N Front St

2520 N Front St

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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 The Mill at York Station priced from $1,095. Beacon Flats 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mill at York StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Beacon FlatsX04Studio,1BA$1,150
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Westmoreland LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,166
Jasper HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,240
Aston Lofts03 Stacked (1st + 2nd Floor)1BR,1BA$1,295
The Columbia0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295
Hagert and YorkS4-YStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 BR / 2 BA Model at Richmond Square in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at The Nylon Lofts starting at $2,250 with a $1.69 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.
Richmond Square2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.16
The Nylon Lofts2 Bed/2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.69
East Tioga LoftsThree Bedroom Two Bath Residences3BR,2BA$1.66
2120 Berges St, Unit 12120 Berges St2BR,2BA$1.59
3269 Kensington ave, Unit 2nd Floor3269 Kensington ave2BR,1BA$1.28
2432 Jasper St, Unit 12432 Jasper St2BR,1.5BA$1.75
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
1925 E Ontario St, Unit Floor 2nd1925 E Ontario St1BR,1BA$1.33
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 320 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,000. There are also 214 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $650 to $6,290.

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 $650 to $6,290 with an average monthly rent of $1,932.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kensington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kensington range from $1,675 to $2,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,050.

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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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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

Written by: Richard Corrigan

There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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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.