San Diego, CA

Kensington

Map
56
All Photos
Main Streets
Side Streets
Home Styles

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$695K - $2.88M
For Sale on Trulia:
24 homes
Rent:
$1.7K - $7.5K
For Rent on Trulia:
42 homes
To Downtown San Diego:
13 minutes
Ratings unavailable
Map
56
All Photos
Main Streets
Side Streets
Home Styles

Explore the Area

What Locals Say about Kensington

At least 26 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 91 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 86 % Say it's quiet

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 79 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kvwphhyvsg
    "Franklin Elementary is a great school in the neighborhood. Local park and library are great for kids "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "It’s awesome for dog owners!!! It’s awesome for dog owners!!! It’s awesome for dog owners!!! It’s awesome for dog owners!!!"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Christmas lighting, kids events on Saturdays at the park, local supermarket, breakfast place, 4th of July parade, "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for 2 years and I never want to leave. such a charming neighborhood. very friendly neighbors and cute homes. I would love to buy here someday. "
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Family friendly neighborhood but also great place for people without kids. Everyone in the neighborhood is kind and of all stages of life. "
    0
    Flag
  • Abril L. G.
    "It’s a true community. People wave to eachother and check up on thier neighbors. So many dog owners all walk the neighborhood "
    0
    Flag
  • Julia B.
    "I feel safe and a great sense of community in this neighborhood. Such a great atmosphere for both families and people of all ages!"
    0
    Flag
  • Valerie S.
    "Kensington is totally Dog Friendly! It also has one of San Diego’s best Vet Holistic Hospitals! What’s not to like? "
    0
    Flag
  • Micheal H.
    "Every night is a joy to be downtown Kinsington. Everything you could want is with in a 4 block area."
    0
    Flag
  • Edd C.
    "There are lots of friendly dog owners in the neighborhood, so other dog lovers will fit right in! The neighborhood is a beautiful walk, and there are a couple of park areas where people walk their dogs and can interact."
    0
    Flag
  • Marlee C.
    "Perfect place to live. Everyone is friendly and there is a real sense of community. Restaurants and parks nearby "
    0
    Flag
  • Jeff.e.goldstein
    "Great walkable town. Very dog friendly. Dog park nearby. Woof woof. Make sure to clean up after your dogs!! "
    0
    Flag
  • Laoaft
    "I’ve lived here for 17 years! Everything is so much better and neighbors are so friendly and helpful. New restaurants, market and more. Walkable and lively environment!"
    5
    Flag
  • Laoaft
    "I’ve lived here for 17 years and it is welcoming and friendly! Young families with children in our park and library and a great local food store “Stehly Market”, restaurants, movie theater, pet supply grooming and food, ice cream shop, vino shop, medical care etc, a great place to live!"
    1
    Flag
  • digitalMoZ
    "I lived in Kensington for about 3 years and found it quite posh and very friendly. Million dollar addresses galore with beautiful landscaped yards."
    0
    Flag
  • Kaitlyn H.
    "There are parades and concerts in the park often. There is also Adams Ave street fairs from time to time!"
    0
    Flag
  • Kaitlyn H.
    "This area is super nice and the restaurants are great! There is really a sense of community here which is wonderful!"
    1
    Flag
  • Tim G.
    "I’ve lived here for 14 years and the diversity of the neighborhood in every way makes it unique. Age, identity, children, dogs , cats and wildlife (coyotes and skunks) make it a wild place to live."
    2
    Flag
  • Tim G.
    "Mixed character of property owners age, education, orientation. Privacy is not isolation we are able to get anywhere in the city with ease and alacrity."
    1
    Flag
  • Ritchre0
    "It has everything you need within walking distance. And the streets are so quiet and peaceful at night"
    1
    Flag

Schools

Homes in Kensington

Search Homes in Kensington

Nearby Neighborhoods in San Diego

Skip to last item
Skip to first item