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

The average rent of an apartment in Kensington, CA is $2,298 per month. This is about 18% higher than the national average.

When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Kensington, CA?

In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,811 per month.

In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, CA was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $3,700 per month.

There are 2 available apartments or condos to rent in Kensington, CA.

Some nearby cities include: El Cerrito , Berkeley , Albany , El Sobrante , Emeryville . These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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$2,395/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
367 Colusa Ave #5,
Berkeley, CA 94707
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$2,175/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
500 sqft
149 Ardmore Rd #A,
Berkeley, CA 94707
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Apartments For Rent Near Kensington, CA

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$2,900/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
512 El Cerrito Plz #105N,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,900/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
600 sqft
610 San Gabriel Ave #A,
Albany, CA 94706
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$2,550/mo
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1 Bed
1 Bath
384 sqft
244 Behrens St #A,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
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$3,495/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,500 sqft
910 Arlington Blvd #EL,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,100/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
485 sqft
684 Colusa Ave,
Berkeley, CA 94707
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$2,449/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
700 sqft
1146 Washington Ave #3,
Albany, CA 94706
$2,850 - $2,950/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
6702 - 6714 Moeser | 6702-6714 Moeser Ln,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
PET FRIENDLY
$3,000/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
409 Evelyn Ave #1229b6a60,
Albany, CA 94706
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$2,800/mo
2-3 Beds
1 Bath
NEW BRIGHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | 1260 Brighton Ave,
Albany, CA 94706

Rent in Kensington, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.

Average rent for a apartment stayed about the same in Oct 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Dec 2025.

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In October 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.

	1 bed	2 beds	3 beds	4 beds	All
All home types	$2,395	$2,200	$5,300	—	$2,395
Apartments and Condos	$2,175	$2,200	—	—	$2,200
Houses	—	—	$5,300	—	$5,300

What is the average rent of an apartment in Kensington, CA?
The average rent of an apartment in Kensington, CA is $2,298 per month. This is about 18% higher than the national average.
When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Kensington, CA?
In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $1,811 per month.
When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in Kensington, CA?
In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, CA was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $3,700 per month.
How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Kensington, CA?
There are 2 available apartments or condos to rent in Kensington, CA.
What are some cities near Kensington, CA?
Some nearby cities include: El Cerrito, Berkeley, Albany, El Sobrante, Emeryville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.