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Apartments for Rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

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    Trenton Ave & E Auburn St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,255
    3 BEDS $1,450
    4 BEDS $1,595
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    2215 East Tioga Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    1 BED $1,239+
    2 BEDS $1,769+
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    3457 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    3 BEDS $1,100
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    1838 E Wensley St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,245
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    2500 E Tioga St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,945
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    2500 E Tioga St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,745
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    3287 E Thompson St., Philadelphia, PA 19134
    1 BED $700
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    2550 East Clearfield Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    3 BEDS $1,950
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    3290 Tilton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    3 BEDS $1,550
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    3037 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    1 BED $1,350
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    3037 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    1 BED $1,375
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    3037 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,450
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    3037 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,499
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    3037 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    2 BEDS $1,499
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    4050 Maywood St (Upstairs), Philadelphia, PA 19124
    3 BEDS $1,550
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    2613 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    3 BEDS $2,300
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    2607 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,850
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2618 Braddock Street, Philadephia, PA 19125
    3 BEDS $2,350
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    2611 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,850
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2605 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,875
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2609 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,875
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2603 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,875
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2601 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    2 BEDS $1,875
    3 BEDS $2,100
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    2616 Braddock Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    3 BEDS $2,350
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    2615 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    3 BEDS $2,300
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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA rent trends

Rental prices in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA have increased by 0.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,404 to $1,410.

Average rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

$1,410/mo Kensington, Philadelphia, PA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,410.

    What's the typical rent budget in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    A share of 14% of apartments in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 4% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 25% of Kensington's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 58% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA (58%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Kensington, PA

    89 /100
    Very Walkable
    67 /100
    Good Transit
    63 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 89, Transit Score®: 67, Bike Score®: 63

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The best apartments in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA are: Grace Townhomes, East Tioga Lofts, 3457 Emerald Street and 1838 E Wensley St.

    What is the average rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The average rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is $1,103.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is between $1,265 and $1,885.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is between $1,245 and $2,579.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is between $1,252 and $2,579.

    What type of rental buildings are in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    In Kensington, 45% of the residents are renting compared to 55% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 2% of Kensington’s rentals, 93% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

    Kensington, Philadelphia, PA demographics

    • 21,003Total Population
    • 11,086 Female
      9,916 Male
    • 32Median Age

    In total, Kensington, Philadelphia, PA has 21,003 residents, 11,086 women and 9,916 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Kensington’s population is 32.

    Kensington, Philadelphia, PA households

    • 4,924 Family
      3,070 Non-family
    • 2,728 Children
      5,266 No Children
    • 7,994Total Number of Households
    • 1.95Average People Per Household
    • $46,100Median Household Income

    There is a total of 7,994 households in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 2,728 have children and 5,266 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 4,924 family households and 3,070 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Kensington is 1.95 people, on average. The median household annual income in Kensington equals $46,100, and the monthly housing costs equal $987.

    Kensington, Philadelphia, PA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 9% of the population in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA have no high school education, 53% went to high-school, and 16% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 10% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 6% hold a Graduate Degree.

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