
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (90 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kensington area of San Diego.


4486 N 39th St

Talmadge Point

4345 McClintock St

3726 Madison Ave

4068-4070 Monroe Ave

4711 Biona Dr

4352 Marlborough Ave

4380 Van Dyke Ave

Talmadge on 44th
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3822 Adams Ave

4354 40th St

4537-4541 39th St

4405 39th St

3684-3692 Alexia Pl

3909 Monroe Ave

4355 McClintock St

4367 Van Dyke Ave

4146-4150 Monroe Ave

4384 N 41st St
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Jo Anne Apartments

4344 41st St

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4385 Copeland Ave

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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4656 Edgeware Rd

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 | $1,901 | $1,577 | $2,500 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $2,150 | $3,100 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Family Senior Residence | Affordable Senior | 1BR,1BA | $1,577 |
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 $3,495.
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