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2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$3,650
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4d ago
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537 Madison Street, Albany, CA 94706
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Carpet
3 beds
1 bath
$3,950
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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10h ago
House for rent in El Cerrito
Garage parking | Fireplace | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$4,300
House for rent
Available Dec 9
2d ago
House for rent in El Cerrito
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
House for rent
Available Dec 3
5d+ ago
Thousand Oaks apartment for rent in Berkeley
3 beds
2 baths
$4,600
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 24
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Albany
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Thousand Oaks apartment for rent in Berkeley
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
721 Hillside Avenue #NA, Albany, CA 94706
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Balcony
3 beds
1 bath
$3,300
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Available Nov 21
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Albany
733 Stannage Ave #A, Albany, CA 94706
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,995
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cerrito
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Cragmont apartment for rent in Berkeley
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 19
5d+ ago
Cragmont apartment for rent in Berkeley
Studio
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cerrito
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
1 bath
$2,795
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 14
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
3 beds
1 bath
$3,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in El Cerrito
530 Richmond Street #NA, El Cerrito, CA 94530
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
House for rent
Available Nov 30
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
3d ago
6425 Central Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Elevator
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800–$1,900
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5h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,095
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,245
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,725–$1,895
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Life in Kensington, CA, has a reputation for being quiet and family-oriented, with residents enjoying the scenic views and proximity to parks. Many appreciate the local amenities, such as good schools and a strong emphasis on community activities. The small-town feel is attractive, as it allows for a slower pace of life. However, some residents express frustrations with limited dining and entertainment options, as well as occasional parking challenges. Overall, locals value their neighborhood's tranquility and don’t mind the trade-offs for a peaceful environment.
Kensington's rental market is relatively small, with an average of 7 listings available per month. The majority of these listings are 1-bedroom apartments, making up 43% of the market, followed by 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartments, each accounting for 29% of the market. Studios are relatively scarce, making up 14% of the market. Many Kensington apartments offer desirable amenities, with in-unit laundry and outdoor space being common features, each available in 57% of listings. These figures are based on historical data, but they should give you a sense of what to expect in the current market. Renters in Kensington will need to be prepared to act quickly when a suitable apartment becomes available due to the limited inventory.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 531 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 640 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 1334 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Kensington average rent prices.
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| 💰Best rent deal | 1159 King Ct |
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