1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (97 Rentals)

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Kensington, San Diego, 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 | $2,546 | $1,867 | $3,459 |
Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $1,292 | $3,933 |
Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,264 | $855 | $5,231 |
Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $3,185 | $6,640 |
Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $850 | $1,624 |
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Largest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Kensington area of San Diego, CA is found at West Park and is listed at 822 square feet priced from $3,101. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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West Park | PLAN A3 | 822 Sq Ft | $3,101 |
Vora Mission Valley | E 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,594 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 701 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
VORA LUX | 1B | 701 Sq Ft | $2,649 |
IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 700 Sq Ft | $2,460 |
AZUL North Park | A1 | 693 Sq Ft | $3,183 |
River Run Village | Plan 2 | 691 Sq Ft | $2,372 |
Union Grantville | A4 | 646 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
Cheapest Available Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Kensington of San Diego, CA is the The Essex Model starting from $2,195 at Prado Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kensington is currently $2,923. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Prado Apartments | The Essex | $2,195 |
Union Grantville | A2 | $2,250 |
River Run Village | Plan 1 | $2,312 |
IMT Mission Valley | A1 | $2,460 |
Vora Mission Valley | C 1x1 | $2,473 |
VORA LUX | 1A | $2,537 |
West Park | PLAN A1 | $2,682 |
AZUL North Park | A1 | $3,183 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, San Diego, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Kensington Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 Prado Apartments listed at $2,195.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is $2,923.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kensington is a 822 square feet unit starting from $3,101 at West Park.
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