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512 El Cerrito Plaza - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

512 El Cerrito Plaza

512 El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,500–$3,650

Price drop

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537 Madison Street - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

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3 Beds, 1 Bath Home with Fenced Yard and Off-Street Parking

537 Madison Street, Albany, CA 94706

On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Carpet

3 beds

1 bath

$3,950

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416 Talbot Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.8

Very good

416 Talbot Ave

416 Talbot Ave, Albany, CA 94706

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

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7659 Stockton Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

10h ago

House for rent in El Cerrito

Garage parking | Fireplace | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$4,300

House for rent

Available Dec 9

317 Pomona Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in El Cerrito

317 Pomona Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,900

House for rent

Available Dec 3

532 Neilson Street #532 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Thousand Oaks apartment for rent in Berkeley

3 BR, 2 BA in Irvine

532 Neilson Street #532, Berkeley, CA 94706

Walk-in closets

3 beds

2 baths

$4,600

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 24

727 San Pablo Ave #215 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Albany

2 beds

1 bath

$2,900

Condo for rent

1737 Solano Ave #310 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Thousand Oaks apartment for rent in Berkeley

Studio

1 bath

$1,795

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721 Hillside Avenue #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Albany

$3,300 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom House In Albany Beautiful Bay View! All Utilities Paid! PRICE DROP!

721 Hillside Avenue #NA, Albany, CA 94706

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Balcony

3 beds

1 bath

$3,300

House for rent

Available Nov 21

733 Stannage Ave #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Albany

Brand-New Luxury Residence in Albany – Designer Finishes & Private Patio

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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8311A Buckingham Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in El Cerrito

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1194 Sterling Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cragmont apartment for rent in Berkeley

1194 Sterling Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708

In-unit laundry | Business center | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,700

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 19

1194 Sterling Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cragmont apartment for rent in Berkeley

1194 Sterling Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708

In-unit laundry | On-site management | Business center

Studio

1 bath

$1,700

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 15

5550 Central Ave #19 - Photo 1 of 1
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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

926 Jackson Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Albany

926 Jackson Street, Albany, CA 94706

In-unit laundry | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$3,395

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530 Richmond Street #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in El Cerrito

Home near El Cerrito BART

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

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3p066 - Central/Lexington - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.5

Very good

3p066 - Central/Lexington

6425 Central Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Elevator

2 beds

1 bath

$2,395

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935 Solano Avenue - Albany - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.4

Very good

935 Solano Avenue - Albany

935 Solano Ave, Albany, CA 94706

Studio

1 bath

$1,800–$1,900

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410 Evelyn Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5h ago

8

Very good

410 Evelyn Ave

410 Evelyn Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Elevator

2 beds

2 baths

$3,095

Apartment for rent

1159 King Court - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.6

Very good

1159 King Court

1159 King Ct, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Furnished | On-site laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,050

Apartment for rent

H521 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.1

Very good

H521

521 Kains Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

1 bed

1 bath

$2,245

Apartment for rent

Highly rated
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4d ago

8.3

Very good

Park Plaza Apartments

401 Evelyn Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

2 beds

2 baths

$2,850

Apartment for rent

1400 Solano Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.6

Very good

1400 Solano Avenue

1400 Solano Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

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Stannage Ave, 411 - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

8.4

Very good

Stannage Ave, 411

411 Stannage Avenue, Albany, CA 94706

On-site laundry | Oven

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

Apartment for rent

1p662 - Chestnut St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8

Very good

1p662 - Chestnut St

1951 Chestnut Street, Berkeley, CA 94702

On-site laundry | On-site management

Studio

1 bath

$1,725–$1,895

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Updated: December 5, 2025

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Local insights: What it's like to live in Kensington, CA

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, CA apartment availability

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.

Methodology: How we got this data

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.

Apartment rentals Kensington, CA FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Kensington, CA?

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.

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