Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (3 Rentals)

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4345 McClintock St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4345 McClintock St

4345 McClintock StSan Diego, CA 92105
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4502 40th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4502 40th St

4502 40th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4322 Van Dyke Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4322 Van Dyke Ave

4322 Van Dyke AveSan Diego, CA 92105

Kensington, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, CA

As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $2.78 price per square foot B1 Model at IMT Mission Valley in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $3,035. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 3 BR 2 BA Model at Hardy Avenue Apartments starting at $3,150 with a $3.52 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
IMT Mission ValleyB12BR,2BA$2.78
Hardy Avenue Apartments3 BR 2 BA3BR,2BA$3.52
West ParkPLAN A21BR,1BA$4.15
PradoThe Essex1BR,1BA$2.99
VORA LUX1A1BR,1BA$3.93
Mission Pacific Apartments152911 Renovated1BR,1BA$3.89
Talmadge on 44th1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.14
PR Talmadge Apartments1x1 Pelican Point Upgrade1BR,1BA$3.19
Vora Mission ValleyA StudioStudio ,1BA$4.07
Union GrantvilleS1Studio ,1BA$4.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kensington, San Diego, CA

Ranked #94

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kensington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kensington is at Union Grantville listed at $1,832.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kensington Apartment is $1,995 at PR Talmadge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kensington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kensington is starting from $1,595 at Union Grantville.

What is the most affordable Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kensington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hardy Avenue Apartments and starts from $3,150.

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