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Highlights

  • Convenient location
  • Water and trash service
  • Updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments
  • Updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment

Location

1617 Kensington Ave, Cheektowaga, NY 14215, USA|Kensington
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Management

Castellum Management LLC

Leasing office

(716) 908-0114

Property Overview

Kensington Apartments presents an impressive overall picture with a Zumper expert rating of 8.8, indicating strong appeal for renters. Key features include updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments and excellent amenities, alongside a convenient location that enhances daily living. With a competitive price rating of 10 and high marks for amenities and location, this property stands out as a premier choice for quality living.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Kensington Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington Apartments 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

  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

2BR 1BA A22 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,175 /mo1 unit availableHello and thank you for your interest in our Kensington A2 Apartment in Cheektowaga. Our updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment includes water and trash service. Many updates in a convenient location. All apartments also include Spectrum Streaming Entertainment and Internet. Our entrances have keyless coded locks for security and deadbolts on all apartment doors. Visit www CastellumManagement com for most current availability, schedule appointments, or fill out applications. Call us at 716-908-0114 option 3 with any questions. Thank you!

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Amenities for Kensington Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Other

Garbage & SewerHot & Cold Water
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About Kensington Apartments

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Hello and thank you for your interest in our Kensington A2 Apartment in Cheektowaga. Our updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment includes water and trash service. Many updates in a convenient location. All apartments also include Spectrum Streaming Entertainment and Internet. Our entrances have keyless coded locks for security and deadbolts on all apartment doors. Visit www CastellumManagement com for most current availability, schedule appointments, or fill out applications. Call us at 716-908-0114 option 3 with any questions. Thank you!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Kensington Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington Apartments 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 Apartments
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 Apartments 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.
Kensington Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot & cold water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Kensington Apartments 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.
Kensington Apartments 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Kensington Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 Apartments 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 Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Kensington

2-bedroom apartments at Kensington Apartments cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Kensington.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Kensington
Buffalo
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Buffalo
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,273
October 2023$1,250
November 2023$1,236
December 2023$1,200
January 2024$1,250
February 2024$1,297
March 2024$1,288
April 2024$1,318
May 2024$1,450
June 2024$1,460
July 2024$1,457
August 2024$1,335
September 2024$1,358
October 2024$1,325
November 2024$1,289
December 2024$1,400
January 2025$1,475
February 2025$1,496
March 2025$1,480
April 2025$1,500
May 2025$1,517
June 2025$1,447
July 2025$1,435
August 2025$1,400
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Kensington
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,091
January 2024$1,041
February 2024$975
March 2024$1,005
April 2024$1,021
May 2024$1,116
June 2024$1,207
July 2024$1,262
August 2024$1,187
September 2024$1,178
October 2024$1,131
November 2024$1,104
December 2024$1,125
January 2025$1,117
February 2025$1,121
March 2025$1,125
April 2025$1,125
May 2025$1,125
June 2025$1,150
August 2025$1,165

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,175.
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Schools near Kensington Apartments

Cleveland Hill Elementary School

105 mapleview rd

cheektowaga, NY, 14225

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Getting around Cheektowaga near 1617 Kensington Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1617 Kensington Ave, Cheektowaga

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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