
Cheap Homes for Rent in Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC from $1,700 (6 Rentals)
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Kensington, Mount Pleasant, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kensington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kensington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,100 | $3,900 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,306 | $3,100 | $3,550 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,579 | $3,899 | $5,000 |
Kensington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,228 | $3,995 | $8,000 |
Kensington 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Mount Pleasant, SC.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Charleston, SC is a 1 Bed unit found at Sage at 1240 priced from $1,763. Sweetgrass Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,955. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Charleston, SC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sage at 1240 | Long Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,763 |
Sweetgrass Landing | Azalea 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, SC
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.73 price per square foot C2 Model at The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $3,436. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the The Marion Model at Restore at Carolina Park starting at $2,025 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Kensington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Grove at Carolina Park Apartments | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.73 |
Restore at Carolina Park | The Marion | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Sweetgrass Landing | Azalea 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Legacy Mount Pleasant Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Sage at 1240 | Long Pine | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kensington
What type of rentals are currently available in Kensington?
There are currently 11 Apartments for Rent in Kensington, SC with pricing that ranges from $1,685 to $7,988. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kensington ranging from $1,750 to $8,000.
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 $1,750 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,118.
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 $2,957 to $7,988, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $3,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,899 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,680.
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