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1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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1725 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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1709 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Kensington, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $2,363 | $1,178 | $4,440 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,100 | $4,012 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,594 | $1,920 | $5,328 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,553 | $2,080 | $7,039 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Largest Available Kensington and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Kensington, CA is found at Cerrito Vista Apartments in the Cortez neighborhood and is 628 square feet priced from $2,386. Jones Berkeley in the Marina Bay neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 610 square feet and currently listed start at $2,671. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | 628 Sq Ft | $2,386 |
| Jones Berkeley | S2 | 610 Sq Ft | $2,671 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Romeo | 477 Sq Ft | $1,890 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | 456 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| University Park | S1 | 450 Sq Ft | $1,304 |
| Collab@Oxford | Studio | 257 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
Cheapest Available Kensington and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of May 05, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Kensington, CA is the S1 Model starting from $1,304 at University Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington Studio is the The Sonata Model at The Village at Town Center starting at $1,680 in the Del Norte neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Kensington is currently $2,363. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Kensington:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| University Park | S1 | $1,304 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Sonata | $1,680 |
| Collab@Oxford | Studio | $1,795 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | $2,386 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | $2,396 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | $2,999 |
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Walk Score®
58 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Kensington is at University Park listed at $1,304.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Kensington is $2,363.
What is the largest available Studio Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 628 square feet unit starting from $2,386 at Cerrito Vista Apartments.
What is the average size for Kensington Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Kensington is currently 416 sq ft.
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