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Mission Pacific Apartments
4454 44th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4335 39th St, Unit 4339
4335 39th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4486 N 39th St
4486 N 39th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Talmadge Point
4415-4421 44th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4345 McClintock St
4345 McClintock StSan Diego, CA 92105
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3726 Madison Ave
3726 Madison AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4068-4070 Monroe Ave
4068-4070 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4711 Biona Dr
4711 Biona DrSan Diego, CA 92116
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4352 Marlborough Ave
4352 Marlborough AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4380 Van Dyke Ave
4380 Van Dyke AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Talmadge on 44th
4471 44th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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3822 Adams Ave
3822 Adams AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4354 40th St
4354 40th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4537-4541 39th St
4537-4541 39th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4405 39th St
4405 39th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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3684-3692 Alexia Pl
3684-3692 Alexia PlSan Diego, CA 92116
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3909 Monroe Ave
3909 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4355 McClintock St
4355 McClintock StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4367 Van Dyke Ave
4367 Van Dyke AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4146-4150 Monroe Ave
4146-4150 Monroe AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4384 N 41st St
4384 N 41st StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Jo Anne Apartments
4386 Copeland AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4344 41st St
4344 41st StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Judy Anne Apartments
4350 41st StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4385 Copeland Ave
4385 Copeland AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4441-4451 N 41st St
4441-4451 N 41st StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4087-4089 Meade Ave
4087-4089 Meade AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4330 43rd St
4330 43rd StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4389 N 39th St
4389 N 39th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4326 39th St
4326 39th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4349 McClintock St
4349 McClintock StSan Diego, CA 92105
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3816 Adams Ave
3816 Adams AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4424-4440 Highland Ave
4424-4440 Highland AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4467-4481 MCCLINTOCK St
4467-4481 MCCLINTOCK StSan Diego, CA 92116
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3825-3843 Adams Ave
3825-3843 Adams AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4476 39th St
4476 39th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Ward Road Apartments
3744 Ward RdSan Diego, CA 92116
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4527 39th St
4527 39th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4533 37th St
4533 37th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4378 Marlborough Ave
4378 Marlborough AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4101 Park Pl
4101 Park PlSan Diego, CA 92116
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4656 Edgeware Rd
4656 Edgeware RdSan Diego, CA 92116
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4545 Edgeware Rd
4545 Edgeware RdSan Diego, CA 92116
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4360 42nd St
4360 42nd StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4638 Kensington Dr
4638 Kensington DrSan Diego, CA 92116
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4473 41st St
4473 41st StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4319 Copeland Ave
4319 Copeland AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4554 Marlborough Dr
4554 Marlborough DrSan Diego, CA 92116
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4479 Marlborough Ave
4479 Marlborough AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4474 41st St
4474 41st StSan Diego, CA 92116
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,095 | $2,095 | $2,095 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,577 | $2,400 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,400 | $2,500 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152911 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $3.13 price per square foot 3922 Monroe Ave Model at 3922 Monroe Ave, Unit 3922 Monroe in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 152911 Renovated Model at Mission Pacific Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $3.58 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3922 Monroe Ave, Unit 3922 Monroe | 3922 Monroe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152911 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $1,577 at Harris Family Senior Residence.
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