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The average monthly rent in Kensington, San Diego is up 3.25% compared to last month but down 10.67% year-over-year.
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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1d ago
Kensington apartment for rent in San Diego
4174 Monroe Avenue #7, San Diego, CA 92116
Assigned parking | Carpet | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,400
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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5d+ ago
5228 Caminito Solitario, San Diego, CA 92108
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$5,800
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5d+ ago
Kensington apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$3,595
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Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Kensington house for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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5d+ ago
Kensington house for rent in San Diego
4 beds
3 baths
$6,995
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Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Kensington condo for rent in San Diego
Studio
1 bath
$2,495
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Kensington condo for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
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2d ago
4563 38th Street, San Diego, CA 92116
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,195–$2,800
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4d ago
4424 44th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,995
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195–$2,250
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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3d ago
3810 Wabash Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,388
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2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,710
$2,500
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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5d+ ago
Talmadge apartment for rent in San Diego
4448 Estrella Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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Available Oct 31
5d+ ago
4239 Cherokee Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
1 bath
$3,825
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Available Dec 12
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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Kensington's rental market offers a good selection of listings, with an average of 25 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's inventory is relatively balanced, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments making up the majority of listings. Many of these apartments offer desirable amenities, including in-unit laundry, dishwashers, and air conditioning, which are available in approximately 50%, 49%, and 42% of rentals, respectively. With its varied selection of apartments and convenient amenities, Kensington is a great option for renters seeking a comfortable living space in San Diego.
Kensington stands out as a top neighborhood in San Diego for those prioritizing social life and environmental sustainability. The area's focus on eco-friendliness is evident in its use of non-toxic paint, waste recycling and composting programs, and incorporation of sustainable materials in construction. Residents can also enjoy nearby parks and recreation areas, as well as innovative features like rainwater harvesting and community solar projects. A high walk score and reliable transit options further contribute to Kensington's appeal for those seeking an environmentally conscious lifestyle. The neighborhood's social scene is also thriving, thanks to its safe and well-maintained streets, diverse age distribution, and convenient access to public transportation. Overall, Kensington offers an ideal blend of social connection and eco-aware living.
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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The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 353 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 1045 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Kensington is 1594 square feet.
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2 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Kensington, San Diego, CA right now.
4+ bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Kensington, San Diego, CA right now.
| 🔑Available apartment rentals | 25 |
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| 💰Best rent deal | 4240 43rd St |
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