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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $2,547 | $1,867 | $3,459 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $1,292 | $3,933 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $855 | $5,231 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,917 | $3,110 | $6,640 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $850 | $1,624 |
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Union Grantville priced from $1,595. Vora Mission Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,174. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| Vora Mission Valley | A1 | Studio,1BA | $2,174 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $4.07 price per square foot PLAN A2 Model at West Park in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,939. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the The Essex Model at Prado Apartments starting at $2,195 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the College West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Park | PLAN A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| VORA LUX | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| River Run Village | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| AZUL North Park | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
| Vora Mission Valley | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.37 |
| Union Grantville | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, San Diego, CA
Ranked #82
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kensington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kensington is under $2,694.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Prado Apartments which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $3,482.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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