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The average monthly rent in Kensington, Philadelphia is up 1% compared to last month but down 7.83% year-over-year.
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2h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,000–$2,800
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4h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200–$2,300
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1d ago
1825 E Atlantic St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800–$2,000
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800–$2,000
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4d ago
1 bed
1–2 baths
$1,775–$2,200
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In-Unit Laundry
Hardwood Floor
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
1845 E Huntingdon St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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3d ago
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Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,560–$2,067
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3h ago
2370 Jasper St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,195–$1,400
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10h ago
Studio
1 bath
$700
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$750
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5d+ ago
Kensington house for rent in Philadelphia
2743 Kensington Ave #3, Philadelphia, PA 19134
Ceiling fan | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$550
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
Studio
1 bath
$640
House for rent
21m ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
1829 E Sergeant St #A20, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Apartment for rent
Available May 13
1h ago
Kensington house for rent in Philadelphia
In-unit laundry
3 beds
1 bath
$1,450
House for rent
6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,415–$1,725
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6h ago
2201 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$2,195
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
High ceilings | Carpet | Microwave
3 beds
1 bath
$1,990
House for rent
11h ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2445 Coral St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,795
House for rent
11h ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
2046 E Lehigh Ave #2D, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2623 Emerald St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Storage | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$2,350
House for rent
19h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2002 E York St #1, Philadelphia, PA 19125
On-site laundry | Storage | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
$1,295
Price drop
House for rent
1d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
1904 E Hazzard St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
House for rent
Available May 1
1d ago
2113 E Huntingdon St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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2d ago
2433 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,499–$1,899
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2d ago
1421 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,350–$2,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
Available May 10
3d ago
2536 Amber St #1F, Philadelphia, PA 19125
On-site laundry | Storage | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$985
Condo for rent
Available May 12
3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,150
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2626 Trenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Garage parking | Fitness center | Elevator
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,700–$2,250
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
3207 Parkview Walk #3207, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
5 baths
$5,400
House for rent
Available Apr 6
4d ago
2559 Amber St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,295–$1,450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Kensington house for rent in Philadelphia
2406 Frankford Ave #21, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Storage | High ceilings
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450
House for rent
4d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
1935 E Hazzard St #102, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,050
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
2564 Frankford Ave #1, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,550
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,111
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1456 1456 E. Columbia Avenue 1611-13 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550–$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
2556 Frankford Ave #3, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2530 Webb St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Garage parking | Fitness center | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,795
House for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington townhouse for rent in Philadelphia
2033 E Letterly St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in Philadelphia
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,295
$1,195
Price drop
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One-bedroom apartments in Kensington, Philadelphia average around $1,700 per month in 2025. This represents a 9.7% increase from the previous year, making it one of the larger rent increases among bedroom types in the neighborhood.
Two-bedroom apartments in Kensington average around $1,800 per month in 2025. Rent for this bedroom type increased 3.4% year over year, which was the smallest increase among all apartment sizes in the neighborhood.
Three-bedroom apartments in Kensington rent for around $2,100 per month in 2025. These larger units saw a 5.6% increase from 2024, positioning them as the highest-priced rental option in the neighborhood.
Kensington's rental market averaged around $1,700 per month across all property types in 2025, up 5.1% from the previous year. Studios start around $1,300 monthly, while three-bedroom units reach around $2,100, giving renters a range of pricing options depending on space needs.
Apartments in Kensington average 796 square feet across all unit types. Studios typically offer 403 square feet, one-bedrooms provide 552 square feet, two-bedrooms span 682 square feet, and three-bedrooms are the most spacious at 1,439 square feet.
Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Kensington, Philadelphia, with about 113 listings available monthly. One-bedroom units follow closely with about 99 listings per month, providing renters with good selection in both categories.
Kensington stands out as a top choice for renters prioritizing environmental sustainability and social living. According to 2024 data, the neighborhood's focus on eco-friendly practices is evident in its use of non-toxic paint, waste recycling, and rainwater harvesting in apartments for rent. The area's walk score and access to parks and recreation also make it an ideal spot for maintaining a green lifestyle. Meanwhile, Kensington's social scene thrives due to its convenient transit options, well-maintained street infrastructure, and diverse neighborhood age distribution. With a strong emphasis on community and sustainability, Kensington is an attractive option for renters seeking a like-minded community.
Studio apartments have the lowest availability in Kensington, Philadelphia, with about 26 listings per month. Three-bedroom units are also less common, averaging about 74 listings monthly, making larger and smaller units harder to find than one and two-bedroom options.
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.
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