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Houses for Rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

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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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    2550 East Clearfield Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    3 BEDS $1,950
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    4050 Maywood St (Upstairs), Philadelphia, PA 19124
    3 BEDS $1,550
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    3308 North Lee Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
    3 BEDS $2,000
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    1844 East Cumberland Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    3 BEDS $2,500
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    2004 East York Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
    4 BEDS $2,900
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    4860 Gransback St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    3424 N Sydenham St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
    2 BEDS $1,000
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    985 North 5Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    4 BEDS $3,300
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    4638 N 11Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
    4 BEDS $1,850
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    2221 North Sydenham Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132
    4 BEDS $2,500
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    2350 N Opal St, Philadelphia, PA 19132
    3 BEDS $1,780
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    1110 North St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
    3 BEDS $1,999
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    6213 N Howard St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
    2 BEDS $1,650
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    178 East Fariston Dr. FREE UTILITIES/WIFI, Philadelphia, PA 19120
    3 BEDS $1,900
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    1933 North Patton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121
    3 BEDS $1,700
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    3138 Euclid Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121
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    3230 Fontain Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121
    3 BEDS $3,000
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    513 W. Cheltenham Ave, Elkins Park, PA 19027
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    1837 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    808 South 6Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
    1 BED $1,295
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    2421 Vista Street, Philadelphia, PA 19152
    5 BEDS $2,200
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    1008 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138
    3 BEDS $2,000
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    1119 E Strafford Street, Philadelphia, PA 19138
    3 BEDS $1,500
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Kensington, Philadelphia, PA rent trends

Rental prices in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA have increased by 1.09% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,406 to $1,421.

Average rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

$1,421/mo Kensington, Philadelphia, PA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,421.

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

    A share of 4% of apartments in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 3% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 42% of Kensington's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 51% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA (51%) 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

    What is the average size of a rental house in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    The average Kensington, Philadelphia, PA rental house size is 996 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    Renting a house in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA?

    Houses for rent in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA are usually located in non-central areas.

    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.

    Renting a house in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA

    Regardless of the type of house you are going to rent, location is important. We have 25 properties listed in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA to choose from, with prices ranging from $1,000 to $3,300. That can be quite a lot to choose from. If you’re on a tight budget and are looking for cheap houses for rent, make your life easier and set up a maximum price filter in the top menu. You may be renting on a budget and 1 bedroom duplexes will do just fine or you may be able to spend a bit more and are looking at 4 bedroom single family homes for rent. Either way, choose wisely. Don’t fall for the impeccable lawn or a pool. Although these things are nice to have they aren’t worth a penny if you’re not able to enjoy them because of loud neighbors or a lack of time. Speaking of lack of time…

    Renting a house with children

    There are 25 properties in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA listed for rent right now with prices ranging from $1,000 to $3,300. But if you have children there’s so much more to consider. A resource we all seem to lack: time. Avoiding a nightmare commute may be more important than deciding between a 2 bedroom or a 3 bedroom house. Although you could spend several hours in the car with your children and count it as family time, it’d be much nicer to spend this time around the dinner table. When you’re browsing through our rental homes, keep in mind the dreaded morning kindergarten-school-office Bermuda Triangle that is swallowing precious time out of your life. Draw a radius or a polygon around the school or the kindergarten you’ve chosen in Kensington, Philadelphia, PA and explore all the homes for rent located close by. Finding a house close to your kids’ school will drastically cut down your commute time. It will also help you see other things in your life more clearly, generally speaking. After all, choosing from 25 houses can be complicated and you’ve managed just fine.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!