
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (386 Rentals)


Dwell 2nd Street

Views of Fishtown

Hagert and York

The Poplar

The Archer

The Americana

Gotham North

Copper Flats

23 West
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West Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,438 | $600 | $2,765 |
West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $595 | $2,895 |
| West Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $799 | $7,074 |
| West Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $799 | $3,300 |
| West Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $799 | $4,204 |
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There are currently 386 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the West Kensington area of Philadelphia, PA is found at The Poplar and is listed at 1,040 square feet priced from $2,504. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Poplar | One Bedroom K | 1,040 Sq Ft | $2,504 |
| Northern Liberties Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 874 Sq Ft | $1,466 |
| Avant | B5 | 854 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Copper Flats | Bi-Level 1-Bedroom / Live-Work | 854 Sq Ft | $1,885 |
| 2007 Hope st apartments | Unit 201 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Hagert and York | A13-Y | 796 Sq Ft | $1,854 |
Cheapest Available West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Kensington of Philadelphia, PA is the 1 BEDROOM STYLE H Model starting from $1,195 at The Magnet in Fishtown. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Kensington is currently $1,717. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Magnet in Fishtown | 1 BEDROOM STYLE H | $1,195 |
| Norris Park Flats | 1BR/1BA | $1,295 |
| The Bromley Loom House | Unit 204 | $1,295 |
| The Washington Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,295 |
| Copper Flats | 1-Bedroom with Balcony | $1,315 |
| Fishtown Flats 1 | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | $1,327 |
| The Gotham | 1BD/1BA | $1,350 |
| Views of Fishtown | A1 | $1,354 |
| The Weston | 1 Bedroom | $1,365 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Kensington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Kensington is at The Magnet in Fishtown listed at $1,195.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Kensington is $1,717.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Kensington is a 1,040 square feet unit starting from $2,504 at The Poplar.
What is the average size for West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Kensington is currently 1,237 sq ft.
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