
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (346 Rentals)


Veranda Apartments

The Poplar

Dwell at Second Street-New Construction

Views of Fishtown

The Archer

The Americana

2132 N 10th St

310 West

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Copper Flats

23 West

The Dally

Metal Works

Umbrella Building

The Magnet in Fishtown

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The Paper Factory

Norris Park Flats

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The Bromley Loom House

171 W. Berks St.

Hagert Lofts

2413 Frankford Ave

The Parkside Fishtown

Avenue V 55 Plus Community

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The Mill at York Station

The Dash

Bromley Dwelling

Wolff Court

2106 N Reese St

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1217 N 2nd St, Unit 3rd floor

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2504 E York St

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1169 Hope St, Unit 2D

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2146 E Susquehanna Ave, Unit 2

2146 E Susquehanna Ave, Unit 2
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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 | $1,531 | $875 | $2,655 |
West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $500 | $3,231 |
| West Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $849 | $4,593 |
| West Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $350 | $5,384 |
| West Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $630 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 346 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 1,170 square feet priced from $2,723. 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 N | 1,170 Sq Ft | $2,723 |
| Veranda Apartments | C7 | 999 Sq Ft | $2,038 |
| Liberty Square | One Bedroom Residence | 860 Sq Ft | $1,684 |
| Copper Flats | Bi-Level 1-Bedroom / Live-Work | 854 Sq Ft | $1,885 |
| Dwell 2nd Street | Silver 2 | 788 Sq Ft | $2,360 |
| The Pump House | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 768 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| The Gotham | 1BD/1BA | 759 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Palma | 03 Layout | 750 Sq Ft | $1,312 |
| The Darien | One Bedroom S | 747 Sq Ft | $2,063 |
| The Mill at York Station | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Cheapest Available West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Kensington of Philadelphia, PA is the A1 Model starting from $1,090 at Metal Works. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Kensington is currently $1,912. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Works | A1 | $1,090 |
| The Pump House | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $1,200 |
| The Palma | 04 Layout | $1,250 |
| Aston Lofts | 02 Layout | $1,295 |
| The Iron Flats | #3 | $1,300 |
| The Gotham | 1bedroom | $1,300 |
| Hagert Lofts | 1B | $1,301 |
| Bromley Dwelling | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,350 |
| Views of Fishtown | A1 | $1,354 |
| Avenue V 55 Plus Community | One Bedroom Jr One Bath | $1,375 |
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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 Metal Works listed at $1,090.
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 $1,912.
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 1,170 square feet unit starting from $2,723 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 2,870 sq ft.
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