
Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA Under $2,000 (24 Rentals)


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1725 Oxford St

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1180 University Ave

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Kensington, 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 Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $2,367 | $1,178 | $4,440 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,585 | $1,100 | $4,012 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,580 | $1,920 | $5,244 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $4,542 | $2,080 | $6,720 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Getting Around Kensington, CA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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
How much are Studio apartments in Kensington?
There are currently 117 Studio Apartments in Kensington with rent ranges from $1,178 to $4,440 with an average price of $2,367.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kensington Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kensington ranges from $1,100 to $4,012 with an average monthly rent of $2,585.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $1,920 to $5,244. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,580.
How expensive are Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 156 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,080 to $6,720 - averaging $4,542 for the location.
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