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The average rent in Kensington, as of June 2026, is down 19.75% compared to last month but up 8.91% year-over-year.
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1d ago
Verified
25 Stratford Rd, Kensington, CA 94707
Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
House for rent
Available Jun 6
1d ago
House for rent in Kensington
111 Windsor Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage
4 beds
2.5 baths
$7,000
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Kensington
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$6,250
House for rent
Available Jul 23
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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1d ago
Cragmont apartment for rent in Berkeley
916 Hilldale Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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5d+ ago
Cragmont house for rent in Berkeley
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cerrito
3442 Santa Clara Ave #2, El Cerrito, CA 94530
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 19
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
Storage
Hardwood Floor
5d+ ago
House for rent in Albany
3 beds
2 baths
$8,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Albany
545 545 Pierce Street - 2110unit 2110 #2110, Albany, CA 94706
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cerrito
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,695
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,645
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,100
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
4–5 beds
1 bath
$6,142–$7,425
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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5d+ ago
2430 2430 Dwight Way/2550 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
Garage parking | On-site laundry | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3263 Belmont Ave, Richmond, CA 94530
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,275
Apartment for rent
23h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,717
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1925 10th St #02, Berkeley, CA 94710
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
Studio
1 bath
$1,765
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
1534 Arch St #02, Berkeley, CA 94708
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$4,322
Apartment for rent
Available May 29
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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 2026 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 562 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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