
Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (223 Rentals)


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4855 39th St

4515 37th St

4320 44th St, Unit 205

4413 44th St

4410 Highland Ave

4725 Kensington Dr

4159 Adams Ave
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5451 Caminito Borde

4358 38th St

4346 38th St

4159 Adams Ave

4486 N 39th St

4511 37th St

Talmadge Point

5051-5059 Marlborough Dr

Marlborough Arms

4138-4150 Hilldale Rd
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4742 Marlborough Dr

4711 Biona Dr

4755-4757 Terrace Dr

4232-4234 Adams Ave

4680-4692 Edgeware Rd

4109 Park Pl

4656 Edgeware Rd

4101 Park Pl

4671 Terrace

4635-4641 Edgeware Rd
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4620 Edgeware Rd

4638 Kensington Dr

Kensington - Edgeware Road

3914-3916 Adams Ave

4180-4192 Madison Ave

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3684-3692 Alexia Pl

3822 Adams Ave

3816 Adams Ave

4571 Marlborough Dr
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3810-3812 Adams Ave

4574-4588 Kensington Dr

4668 39th St

3825-3843 Adams Ave

4568 Kensington Dr

4549 Edgeware Rd

4554 Marlborough Dr

4545 Edgeware Rd

4561 Terrace Dr

Terrace Villa
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Kensington, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,577 | $1,850 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $2,362 | $2,995 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $2,728 | $3,850 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,944 | $2,300 | $3,588 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,800 | $3,850 | $5,750 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,690 | $1,690 | $1,690 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 223 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Kensington area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 223 available Kensington apartments priced from $1,577 to $3,850, with an average monthly rent of $2,578.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kensington Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kensington ranges from $1,577 to $1,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,668.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $2,362 to $2,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,717.
How expensive are Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 27 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,728 to $3,850 - averaging $3,042 for the location.
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