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The Kensington Apartments Apartment for rent in Charlotte, NC
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The Kensington Apartments


425 W 5Th St Charlotte, NC

3 - 4 Bed
•
2 Bath

1,050 - 1,340 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
Deal
One Month FREE when you move in by 3/31!
Floor plans
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,905
860 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: Grand Peaks Property Management
Unit 207
$1,905
Rented
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,123
1050 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Grand Peaks Property Management
Unit 317
$2,123
Available Now
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,223 - $2,316
1340 ft2
5 Available
Managed By: Grand Peaks Property Management
Unit 611
$2,223
Available Now
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Unit 513
$2,223
Available Now
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Unit 319
$2,312
Available Jun 11th, 2025
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Unit 409
$2,312
Available Jun 17th, 2025
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Unit 708
$2,316
Available Aug 28th, 2025
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4 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,334 - $2,417
1340 ft2
6 Available
Managed By: Grand Peaks Property Management
Unit 204
$2,334
Available Now
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Unit 720
$2,334
Available Now
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Unit 110
$2,334
Available Now
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Unit 220
$2,334
Available Now
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Unit 802
$2,417
Available Apr 8th, 2025
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Unit 701
$2,417
Available May 10th, 2025
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
95
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score®
75
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
61
Bikeable
Amenities
Heat Included
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Internet Included
Clubhouse
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Restrictions:

We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $300 pet fee the first pet, and $150 for the second. Aggressive breeds are prohibited. Please call the leasing office for the complete pet policy.

Parking
Surface Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

Available months 7,8,9,10,11,12

Application Fee:

$99.00

Security Deposit:

$500.00

Property details
Description

Discover an inviting and vibrant living experience at The Kensington, where modern comfort meets convenience. Nestled in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, we offer the perfect blend of luxury, location, and lifestyle. Choose between spacious 2, 3, and 4 bedroom renovated apartments with designer kitchens and bathrooms. Residents also have access to our state-of-the-art fitness center and large Club Room with TVs, billiards, games and more! The Kensington is conveniently located near Truist Field, Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium for sporting events and concerts. Treat yourself to incredible dining and top-rated rooftop bars including Merchant and Trade, Grand Bohemian and Aura. We’re also close to many top financial employers in the central banking district as well as CLT airport. We are committed to providing exceptional living experiences. Join us at The Kensington and start living the lifestyle you deserve!

Additional Details
Year Built: 2004
Total Unit Count: 435
Last Updated: Updated 22 hours ago
Contact Number: (980) 842-7137
Property manager information
Grand Peaks Property Management
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Office Hours
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Kensington Apartments by bedroom type below.
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$81,000
per year
4 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$85,000
per year
Rent report

The Kensington Apartments Rent vs. Charlotte Average

 The Kensington Apartments      Charlotte Average
3BR
$2,252
$2,196
$0
$750
$1,500
$2,250
$3,000
4BR
$2,362
$2,443
$0
$800
$1,600
$2,400
$3,200

The Kensington Apartments is asking 3% more than the average 3 bedroom apartment in Charlotte.

If you upsized to an average priced Charlotte 4 bedroom apartment, you would pay 10% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Charlotte 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 21% less per month.

The Kensington Apartments provides 14% less square footage than the average Charlotte 3 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Kensington Apartments
3BR $2,252 $1.70 $6,755
4BR $2,362 $1.80 $7,085
Charlotte Average
Studio $1,434 $2.60 $4,303
1BR $1,410 $1.80 $4,229
2BR $1,809 $1.60 $5,427
3BR $2,196 $1.50 $6,589
4BR $2,443 $1.20 $7,329

Availability in Charlotte

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 2,164 1BR units on the market in Charlotte. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
7% 40% 36% 14% 2%
Available Units in Charlotte
Studio 396
1BR 2,164
2BR 1,965
3BR 789
4BR 127
Location
Nearby Colleges

Johnson And Wales University Charlotte

Central Piedmont Community College

Queens University Of Charlotte

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Campus Buildings and Attractions
Distance Walking Biking Driving
Gateway Village YMCA 0.6 mi 11 min 4 min 1 min
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Novant Health Prespyterian Medical Center 1.78 mi.
Novant Hospital Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital 1.86 mi.
Carolinas Medical Center 1.9 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Charlotte Fire Department 0.84 mi.
Steele Creek Volunteer Fire Department And Rescue Services 3.45 mi.
Charlotte Volunteer Fire Department 4.77 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 12 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 8 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 7 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 1,050 to 1,340 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 3 and 4 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,123 to $2,417. The Kensington Apartments has 3 bedroom units available starting at $2,123 and 4 bedroom units available starting at $2,334.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 425 W 5Th St in Charlotte, NC. It's 0.8 miles northwest from the center of Charlotte.
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