
Homes for Rent in Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA Under $1,500 (90 Rentals)


3079 Tulip St

2060 E Orleans St

3250 Hope St

3248 N Philip St

3462 N Lee St

2404 E Letterly St

424 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor

1835 E Boston St, Unit A

437 E Girard Ave, Unit 3
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2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 4

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 5

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 6

2742 Kensington Ave, Unit 7

2600 Ann St, Unit Room 5

1112 E Berks St, Unit A

2600 Ann St, Unit Room 2

3458 Frankford Ave, Unit 10

1701 Tulip St, Unit 10

1112 E Berks St, Unit 107
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2922 Frankford Ave, Unit 2a

904 E Tioga St, Unit Apt 2

121 W Wishart St

3530 Braddock St

3308 N Hancock St

2055 E Rush St, Unit A

2743 Kensington Ave

2742 Kensington Ave

2850 Jasper St

2769 Helen St
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950 E Russell St

925 E Tioga St

124 E Wishart St

3133 Weikel St

3077 Aramingo Ave

1940 E Monmouth St

3331 N Howard St

2519 Mutter St

3065 Edgemont St

3348 Kip St
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2054 Ann St

828 E Cornwall St

3189 Memphis St

3315 Gransback St

745 E Tioga St

2041 E Cambria St

3180 Tilton St

3533 Joyce St

3104 Hurley St

2867 N Lee St
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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,604 | $1,000 | $3,195 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,014 | $1,100 | $5,000 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,779 | $1,600 | $4,800 |
| Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 90 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #64
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
What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 314 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,800. There are also 214 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $595 to $5,000.
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 $595 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,841.
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