
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT (82 Rentals)


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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 | $1,790 | $975 | $2,100 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $975 | $3,150 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,084 | $3,300 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,351 | $1,350 | $3,606 |
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Largest Available Kensington and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CT is found at The Ellis Block in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood and is 784 square feet priced from $1,655. The BRIT in the Woodlands of Newington neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 768 square feet and currently listed start at $2,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kensington:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Ellis Block | One Bedroom | 784 Sq Ft | $1,655 |
The BRIT | The Urbane | 768 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
The Pike. Apartments | The Robbins | 750 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
20-30 Peck St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 675 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Franklin House | 1 BR | 650 Sq Ft | $975 |
Rao Building | 1 Bedroom/ I Bathroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
Cardinal Hill | 1B/1B Deck | 530 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Cheapest Available Kensington and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kensington, CT is the 1 BR Model starting from $975 at Franklin House in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Kensington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at 20-30 Peck St starting at $1,250 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,100. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kensington:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Franklin House | 1 BR | $975 |
20-30 Peck St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,250 |
Cardinal Hill | 1B/1B Deck | $1,350 |
Rao Building | 1 Bedroom/ I Bathroom | $1,525 |
The Ellis Block | One Bedroom | $1,655 |
The BRIT | The Chill | $2,025 |
The Pike. Apartments | The Robbins | $2,150 |
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Getting Around Kensington, CT
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kensington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kensington is at Franklin House listed at $975.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $2,100.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 784 square feet unit starting from $1,655 at The Ellis Block.
What is the average size for Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kensington is currently 0 sq ft.
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