Apartments For Rent in Kensington, MD

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What Locals Say about Kensington

  • Trulia User
    South Kensington, Kensington
    "My commute is fine. Takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the Forrest glenn annex for work. Spouse’s is similar."
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  • Trulia User
    South Kensington, Kensington
    "Great neighborhood, very safe and friendly. there are Lots of families with kids. nice and close to the Rock Creek Trail. "
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  • Trulia User
    South Kensington, Kensington
    "Very safe and family oriented. Great for dogs and walks. Lots of nature. Low traffic. ………………………………………………………………"
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  • Trulia User
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "i have a relatively easy commute to many nearby locations including the DC area as well as downtown Silver Spring. "
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  • Trulia User
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "it's a good neighborhood for families & decent access to amenities but housing is extremely expensive for what you get"
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  • Trulia User
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "I do contractor work so my day and travel to assignmts varies each day, week and month. Traffic is manageable. It's heavier at rush hour, but not impossible. There are many buses nearby, and conveniences"
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  • Trulia User
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "It’s has a small town feel just outside DC and has great shops and restaurants. It’s right next to Rock Creek Park."
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  • Neashawn.smith
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years. It’s great for trick or treating. And it feels safe. Everything is in the area. 5 mins from the mall."
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  • Lisa M.
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "My neighborhood is 2 miles away from a metro stop and has multiple bus stops. vehicle traffic is very heavy in the morning. "
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  • Tomasbilbao
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "Increasingly more and more families with children are moving into the neighborhood. The Kenmont pool club is the center of activity in the summer months. "
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  • Anne
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "This is a very friendly neighborhood neighbors know each other by name and we have an annual Block party where everyone comes. I Love that I live on a cut de sac"
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  • Liliaelash
    North Kensington, Kensington
    "Everyone is so friendly. The schools are also amazing! It is also SUPER dog friendly! I would 100% recommend buying or renting a house in this area!"
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  • Heather C.
    South Kensington, Kensington
    "Public transportation is within a short drive or biking distance. My drive downtown can be 45 minutes to an hour. Commute is not ideal."
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  • Sandeeflannery
    South Kensington, Kensington
    "Lots of good people we have made some great friends here. Lots of you g couples with little ones pretty cool "
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  • Panthooh D.
    "All my neighbors areFriendly and kind individuals towards each other regardless of race, religion , nationality, sexual orientation, economic status and social status. I love my neighborhood. "
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  • Panthooh D.
    "I have live here for a year and love it. Very friendly community with multi culture environment I have live here for a year and love it. Very friendly community with multi culture environment "
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Average Rent Trends in Kensington, MD

Rent in Kensington, MD varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$3,650
Aug 2025$3,100
Sep 2025$3,113
Oct 2025$2,800
Nov 2025$2,574
Dec 2025$2,800
Jan 2026$2,157
Feb 2026$2,800
Mar 2026$2,800
Apr 2026$1,750
May 2026$1,900
Jun 2026$2,292
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,000$2,200$3,800$3,750$2,300
Apartments and Condos—$2,049——$1,750
Houses$1,000$2,995$3,800$3,750$3,365
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Kensington, MD

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Kensington, MD?
    The average rent of an apartment in Kensington, MD is $1,851 per month. This is about 5% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Kensington, MD?
    The average rent of a house in Kensington, MD is $3,365 per month. This is about 72% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Kensington, MD?
    In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, MD was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $2,500 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Kensington, MD?
    In the last year, the average rent in Kensington, MD was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $3,650 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Kensington, MD?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Kensington, MD is $1,000 per month. That is about $439 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Kensington, MD?
    There are 20 available rental listings in Kensington, MD.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Kensington, MD?
    Some neighborhoods in Kensington, MD include: South Kensington, North Kensington.
  • What are some zip codes in Kensington, MD?
    Kensington, MD includes zip codes such as: 20895.
  • What are some cities near Kensington, MD?
    Some nearby cities include: Chevy Chase View, Garrett Park, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Silver Spring. These cities may have more rental options to explore.