
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,350 (90 Rentals)
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4486 N 39th St

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4345 McClintock St

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4068-4070 Monroe Ave

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4405 39th St

3684-3692 Alexia Pl

3909 Monroe Ave

4355 McClintock St

4367 Van Dyke Ave

4146-4150 Monroe Ave

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4441-4451 N 41st St

4087-4089 Meade Ave

4330 43rd St

3816 Adams Ave

4389 N 39th St

4326 39th St
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4349 McClintock St

4424-4440 Highland Ave

4467-4481 MCCLINTOCK St

3825-3843 Adams Ave

4476 39th St

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4527 39th St

4533 37th St

4378 Marlborough Ave

4101 Park Pl
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4545 Edgeware Rd

4360 42nd St

4638 Kensington Dr

4473 41st St

4319 Copeland Ave

4554 Marlborough Dr

4479 Marlborough Ave

4474 41st St

4429-4441 Marlborough Ave
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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 |
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There are currently 90 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Harris Family Senior Residence priced from $1,577. 4476 42nd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
| 4476 42nd St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing | Project One | 2BR,1BA | $2,362 |
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152922- Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.98 price per square foot 152922- Renovated Model at Mission Pacific Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the Project One Model at Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing starting at $2,362 with a $2.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Pacific Apartments | 152922- Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Mid-City Family Apts - Affordable Housing | Project One | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 4476 42nd St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Harris Family Senior Residence which is listed at $1,577, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $2,728.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kensington?
Cheap apartments in Kensington have an average cost of $1,095 which is $1,633 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kensington.
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