
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (38 Rentals)
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2508 N Sartain St

2223 N Hancock St

2919 N 5th St

2629 N Palethorp St

2120 N 8th St

255 E Tusculum St
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1901 N Howard St

448 W Norris St

207 E Cambria St

207 E Cambria St

1240 W Hazzard St

1240 W Hazzard St

2547 N Hancock St

1305 N Lawrence St

2948 N 5th St

510 W Girard Ave

2953 Ruth St

1906 N Darien St
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2643 Jasper St

1211 W Cambria St

1325 N Franklin St

2423 N Clarion St

2852 Jasper St

930 French St

2255 N 12th St

228 E Mayfield St

2031 N 9th St

1915 N Hancock St
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1843 N 6th St, Unit 10

2105 Germantown Ave

2520 N Front St

2853 N 13th St

305 W York St

2104 N Hancock St

2514 N Water St

2130 E Tucker St
West Kensington, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Kensington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,857 | $975 | $3,215 |
West Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,271 | $1,195 | $4,900 |
West Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,468 | $1,000 | $6,200 |
West Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
West Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available West Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Kensington area of Philadelphia, PA is a 4 Beds unit found at Temple Crossing priced from $620. The View at Montgomery has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable West Kensington apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Temple Crossing | Spring Move-In Near Temple University | 4BR,2BA | $620 |
The View at Montgomery | 2BR/2BA - Shared | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Vantage | 2BR/2BA - E3 Sky | 2BR,2BA | $959 |
The Magnet in Fishtown | STUDIO STYLE A | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Quaker City Flats | X04 | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
Beacon Flats | X04 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Fishtown Flats 1 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
1324 Frankford Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,238 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Kensington, PA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Kensington area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1415 N 7th St Model at 1415 N 7th St, Unit 1 in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value West Kensington apartment is the 603 E Girard Ave Model at 603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor starting at $2,600 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1415 N 7th St, Unit 1 | 1415 N 7th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor | 603 E Girard Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
1444 N 7th St, Unit 2 | 1444 N 7th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
2153 N Franklin St | 3 Beds, 3 baths | 3BR,3BA | $1.35 |
321 W Berks St, Unit 2 | 321 W Berks St | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Temple Crossing | Spring Move-In Near Temple University | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
Hagert Lofts | 2B 2C 2D | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
1135 W Somerset St, Unit B | 1135 W Somerset St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
2611 N 12th St, Unit 2 - B1 | 2611 N 12th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
The Mill at York Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in West Kensington?
There are currently 636 Apartments for Rent in West Kensington, PA with pricing that ranges from $620 to $5,610. There are also 205 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Kensington ranging from $975 to $6,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Kensington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Kensington ranges from $975 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,269.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Kensington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Kensington range from $929 to $4,775, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
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