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Apartments for Rent in Kensington MD
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Explore Rent Prices Near Kensington, MD
Kensington, MD’s average rent price is $1,584 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Chevy Chase | $2,980 |
| North Bethesda | $1,998 |
| Silver Spring | $1,845 |
| Bethesda | $2,680 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Kensington, MD Apartments for Rent
Tucked ten miles north of Washington, D.C., Kensington is a small Maryland town with genuine Victorian roots and a town center that belongs to its residents. Locally owned shops and restaurants line the streets, Rock Creek's wooded banks offer an escape from metro life, and the nearby Strathmore performing arts center draws impressive musicians and performers. Westfield Wheaton anchors shopping, while MARC rail service provides easy city access without a car.
The rental landscape features smaller apartment communities, garden-style buildings, and townhomes rather than high-rises, creating a grounded, residential feel. From cozy studios to spacious multi-bedroom units, there's a solid range of options. Originally platted in the 1890s by developer Brainard Warner, who modeled it after a London district, Kensington's distinctive Victorian architecture earned it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places—a heritage still visible today.
Kensington, MD Rental Insights
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The average rent in Kensington, MD is $1,771 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,640, which means housing in Kensington, MD is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in Kensington, MD by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 39 Kensington apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Kensington, MD has good transit along main routes, though a car can help for certain destinations or times.
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Students renting in Kensington, MD have access to Montgomery Coll., Takoma Park, Univ. District of Columbia, American University, and Montgomery College, Rockville.