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The average rent in Kensington, New York, as of June 2026, is up 12.31% compared to last month and up 10.56% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
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Available Jun 1
1d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
3 beds
1 bath
$3,699
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,123
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2d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
264 Webster Ave #408, New York, NY 11230
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
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2d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
4 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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2d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
1 bed
1 bath
$2,741
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
Elevator
Hardwood Floor
Storage
On-Site Laundry
3d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
135 Ocean Pkwy #1M, New York, NY 11218
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$4,500
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3d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$2,863
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Available Sep 1
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4d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
257 Newkirk Ave #3, New York, NY 11230
Garage parking | Storage
3 beds
1 bath
$3,695
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
1 bed
1 bath
$3,699
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington condo for rent in New York
618 Avenue H #2C, New York, NY 11230
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,600
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,198
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
488 Ocean Pkwy #6D, New York, NY 11218
Furnished | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
$2,250
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
4 beds
1 bath
$3,000
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,158
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington house for rent in New York
713 Church Ave, New York, NY 11218
Storage | Business center | Outdoor space
Studio
0 baths
$5,000
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$2,986
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
1 bed
1 bath
$2,985
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,584
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Kensington house for rent in New York
623 Avenue H, New York, NY 11230
Air conditioning | Central heat | Elevator
Studio
0 baths
$2,800
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in New York
2 beds
1 bath
$3,130
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Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
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3 beds
3 baths
$13,745
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One-bedroom apartments in Kensington average around $2,700 per month in 2025. This represents a 13.4% increase from the previous year, making it the bedroom type with the largest rent growth in this New York neighborhood.
Two-bedroom apartments in Kensington rent for around $2,900 per month in 2025. Rents for this unit type rose 5.1% from 2024, and these apartments average around 469 square feet.
Three-bedroom apartments in Kensington average around $3,500 per month in 2025. Rents for this bedroom type remained relatively stable from the previous year, with these units offering the most space at around 1,007 square feet.
Kensington's rental market averaged around $2,900 per month across all property types in 2025, up 7.1% from 2024. September sees the highest rents, about 16% higher than January, so renters with flexible timing may find better pricing in late winter and early spring.
Apartments in Kensington average around 598 square feet across all unit types. One-bedroom units offer around 636 square feet, while studios provide around 693 square feet of living space.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Kensington, with about 14 listings available per month. The neighborhood sees about 30 total listings monthly, with one-bedrooms making up nearly half of the available inventory.
Kensington stands out as a top choice for renters prioritizing environmental sustainability and social living. The neighborhood's focus on eco-friendly features, such as the use of non-toxic paint, rainwater harvesting, and community solar projects, make it an attractive option for those seeking a green lifestyle. Additionally, its high walk score, well-developed street infrastructure, and access to parks and recreation areas further contribute to its environmental appeal. Kensington's social scene is also thriving, thanks to its dense neighborhood population, frequent transit options, and safe streets. Overall, renters seeking a community that shares their values on sustainability and social connection will find Kensington an excellent fit.
Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in Kensington. Studios are also relatively uncommon with about 3 listings monthly, while two-bedroom units average about 10 listings per month.
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.
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