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property at 81 W Main St

81 W Main St

MeridenCT06451
property at 148 Burgundy Hill Ln

148 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 280 Burgundy Hill Ln

280 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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property at 50 Long St

50 Long St

New BritainCT06051
property at 7 F Country Squire Dr

7 F Country Squire Dr

CromwellCT06416
property at 37 Rocky Hill Ave

37 Rocky Hill Ave

New BritainCT06051

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property at 411 Ellis St

411 Ellis St

New BritainCT06051

Kensington, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kensington, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Franklin House in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood priced from $1,000. 20-30 Peck St in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,000
20-30 Peck St20 Peck Street C-71BR,1BA$1,200
23-39 Main StStudio with IslandStudio,1BA$1,250
Cardinal Hill1B/1B Deck1BR,1BA$1,400
Burritt HouseStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,410

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT and Nearby

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $0.43 price per square foot 49 Buell St Model at 49 Buell St, Unit 1 floor in the in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 300 Burritt St Model at 300 Burritt St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the New Britain Newington Wethersfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
49 Buell St, Unit 1 floor49 Buell St3BR,1BA$0.43
300 Burritt St, Unit 1300 Burritt St3BR,1BA$1.38
31 Harrison St, Unit 1st Fl Fantastic Place31 Harrison St3BR,1.5BA$1.71
358 Washington St, Unit 1358 Washington St3BR,1BA$1.38
189 Daly Ave, Unit First Floor - 3 BR189 Daly Ave3BR,1BA$1.60
255 Glen St, Unit Studio255 Glen St1BR,1BA$1.40
214 Columbia St, Unit 2nd Floor214 Columbia St2BR,1BA$1.71
Main Place ApartmentsLarge two bedroom2BR,1BA$1.78
467 Worthington Rdg, Unit 1st floor467 Worthington Rdg2BR,1BA$1.74
Franklin House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington

What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?

There are currently 530 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CT with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,627. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $925 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kensington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kensington ranges from $925 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,827.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kensington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kensington range from $1,500 to $3,627, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.