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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Light fixtures
  • Spacious kitchen
  • Plank flooring
  • New countertops

Location

1251 Bassett Drive, Montgomery, Alabama 36116, United States
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TGBG Management LLC

Property Overview

Kensington Manor receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, showcasing its appeal to renters with competitive pricing and an outstanding amenities rating of 8 out of 10 that highlights its quality. Its prime location earns a 9 out of 10, providing excellent access to key points of interest, while trustworthiness is rated at 7 out of 10, ensuring transparency for potential renters. Notable features include stainless steel appliances, a spacious kitchen, and new countertops, enhancing its overall attractiveness.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Kensington Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

Kensington Manor - 1260-...1 bed1 bath658 sqft$850 /moLovely 1 Bedroom apartment featuring a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bright cabinets, new countertops, plank flooring, and new bathroom vanities and light fixtures. Deposit starting @ $395.00..
Kensington Manor - 1251-...2 bed1 bath932 sqft$950 /moLovely 2 Bedroom apartment featuring a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bright cabinets, new countertops, plank flooring, and new bathroom vanities and light fixtures. *Deposit starting @ $395.00
Kensington Manor - 1250-...3 bed1 bath1,194 sqft$1,100 /moLovely 3 Bedroom apartment featuring a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bright cabinets, new countertops, plank flooring, and new bathroom vanities and light fixtures.*Deposit starting @ $395.00..

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Lovely 2 Bedroom apartment featuring a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bright cabinets, new countertops, plank flooring, and new bathroom vanities and light fixtures. *Deposit starting @ $395.00


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Kensington Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Kensington Manor
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Kensington Manor offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Kensington Manor is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kensington Manor is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Kensington Manor does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Kensington Manor provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Kensington Manor compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Montgomery

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Montgomery.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Kensington Manor to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Montgomery.

3-bedroom apartments at Kensington Manor cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Montgomery.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Montgomery
A table of studio rental data trends in Montgomery
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,023
January 2024$1,023
February 2024$970
March 2024$980
April 2024$959
May 2024$959
June 2024$1,024
July 2024$959
August 2024$959
January 2025$1,119
February 2025$1,093
March 2025$1,089
April 2025$763
May 2025$415
June 2025$415
July 2025$415
August 2025$415
September 2025$481
October 2025$747
November 2025$747

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$34,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near Kensington Manor

Johnson Elementary School

4550 narrow lane rd

montgomery, AL, 36116

PK, K-5Public
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McKee Pre-K Center

4015 mcinnis rd

montgomery, AL, 36116

PKPublic

Children's Center

310 n madison terrace

montgomery, AL, 36107

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Montgomery near 1251 Bassett Drive

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1251 Bassett Drive, Montgomery

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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