
Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (212 Rentals)


4475-77 42nd St

4544-4546 Kensington Dr

4469 Central Ave

4338 39th St
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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 |
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Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $2,590 | $2,995 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,922 | $3,149 | $4,950 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, San Diego, CA
Ranked #91
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Kensington Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $2,590 to $2,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,833.
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