
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (119 Rentals)
Apartments in the West Kensington area of Philadelphia with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Veranda Apartments

The Poplar

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Hagert and York

The Americana

Copper Flats

23 West

Fishtown Urby

The Weaver

The Weston
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Ray Philly

The Luxe in Fishtown West

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Metal Works

Liberty Square

The York

The Gotham

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Vantage

Temple Crossing

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The View at Montgomery

Umbrella Building
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The Paper Factory

Fishtown Flats 1

The Beverly

The Mills

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171 W. Berks St.

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The Parkside Fishtown

NC Five

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The Dash
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1526 N 2nd St

Emerald Lofts

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2311 N Palethorp St

Fairman's Garret - The King

2323 N 2nd St

Regent Row

Viking Mill

1837 Blair St

The Quads at Kensington South
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2025 Frankford Ave

2517-2523 N Hope St

1700 Germantown

2527 N Front St

2539 N Front St

1638-1640 Germantown Ave

1700 Frankford Ave

St. Laurentius Church Apartments

1611-1613 Frankford Ave

2102 N Percy St
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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 | $1,494 | $750 | $2,788 |
| West Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $595 | $3,108 |
| West Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $799 | $6,205 |
| West Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $799 | $6,785 |
| West Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $799 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in West Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Kensington
How much are Studio apartments in West Kensington?
There are currently 168 Studio Apartments in West Kensington with rent ranges from $799 to $2,788 with an average price of $2,123.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Kensington Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Kensington ranges from $595 to $3,108 with an average monthly rent of $1,762.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Kensington range from $799 to $6,205. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,175.
How expensive are West Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 117 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $799 to $6,785 - averaging $2,477 for the location.
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