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Highlights

  • Convenient location
  • Charming apartment
  • Two well-appointed bedrooms
  • Living area
  • Comfortable living

Location

8 Kensington Ave #2, Methuen, MA 01844, USA
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Management

Mehmet Hergunsel

Leasing office

(844) 278-3514 ext. 8979

Property Overview

8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 offers a charming apartment with two well-appointed bedrooms and a comfortable living area in a convenient location. It stands out for strong value, excellent amenities, and a high overall rating, with nearby public transit and a top-rated elementary school close by.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 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
  • Public transit nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

8 Kensington Ave, Unit 22 bed1 bath780 sqft$2,200 /moWelcome to this charming apartment located at 8 Kensington Ave, Methuen, MA near CGS, close to Loop and 213. This unit offers a blend of classic charm and modern convenience. This spacious apartment features two well-appointed bedrooms, providing ample space for relaxation and rest. The unit boasts a full bathroom, designed with functionality and style in mind. The living area is inviting and perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. The kitchen is equipped with essential appliances. Situated in a convenient location near loop and very close to Salem NH, this apartment offers easy access to local amenities, shopping, and dining This unit at 8 Kensington Ave provides a wonderful opportunity to experience comfortable living. Don't miss the chance to make this delightful apartment your new home.

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Amenities for 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
Range/OvenRefrigerator
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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1900
Lease terms12+ months

About 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2

HomeApartments in Methuen 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2

Welcome to this charming apartment located at 8 Kensington Ave, Methuen, MA near CGS, close to Loop and 213. This unit offers a blend of classic charm and modern convenience. This spacious apartment features two well-appointed bedrooms, providing ample space for relaxation and rest. The unit boasts a full bathroom, designed with functionality and style in mind. The living area is inviting and perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. The kitchen is equipped with essential appliances. Situated in a convenient location near loop and very close to Salem NH, this apartment offers easy access to local amenities, shopping, and dining This unit at 8 Kensington Ave provides a wonderful opportunity to experience comfortable living. Don't miss the chance to make this delightful apartment your new home.


Year Built: 1900

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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 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 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2
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.
8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 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·9A 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.
8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 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 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Public transit nearby
Only 0.9 miles from transit
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Methuen

2-bedroom apartments at 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Methuen.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Methuen
A table of studio rental data trends in Methuen
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,550
September 2025$1,435
October 2025$1,614
November 2025$1,710
December 2025$1,575
January 2026$1,500
February 2026$1,523

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 8 Kensington Ave #2?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 8 Kensington Ave, Unit 2

Comprehensive Grammar School

100 howe st

methuen, MA, 1844

PK, K-8Public
B-

Tenney Grammar School

75 pleasant st

methuen, MA, 1844

PK, K-8Public
C+

Donald P. Timony Grammar

45 pleasant view st

methuen, MA, 1844

PK, K-8Public
C+

Lawrence Family Public Academy

526 lowell st

lawrence, MA, 1841

PK, KPublic
B-

Marsh Grammar School

309 pelham st

methuen, MA, 1844

PK, K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Methuen near 8 Kensington Ave #2

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 8 Kensington Ave #2, Methuen

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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