
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (61 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in the Kensington area of Philadelphia.


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The Weaver

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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA 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 | $1,439 | $750 | $2,113 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $700 | $3,595 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,771 | $1,300 | $6,354 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $1,100 | $5,404 |
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Getting Around the Kensington Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 75 Studio Apartments in Kensington with rent ranges from $1,075 to $2,113 with an average price of $2,634.
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 $700 to $3,595 with an average monthly rent of $1,833.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kensington range from $995 to $10,495. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,933.
How expensive are Kensington Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 59 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kensington on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $6,354 - averaging $3,771 for the location.
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