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The Kensington
Property highlights
Nestled in the lively Fourth Ward, The Kensington provides an impeccable location that grants seamless access to the bustling attractions of Uptown Charlotte. Reviews highlight the stunning apartments and the incredible assistance from staff, particularly mentioning Brianny and Kelley’s outstanding service. Residents revel in the lively atmosphere and the sense of community that makes this a delightful place to live. The property's amenities, including a well-equipped gym and refreshing pool, cater to an active lifestyle. With both cats and dogs allowed, this property warmly welcomes your furry friends, adding to its charm as a truly exceptional living option.
- 17 units available
- 3+ Beds • 4 Beds
- Location
- 425 West 5th, Charlotte NC 28202, Fourth Ward
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Stainless steel, Gym, Pool + more
- Price range
- $2,100 - $2,211 per month
- Commute
Rent Savings
Up to 6 weeks free base rent!
Monthly % discount
Price and Availability
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Pool
Unit Amenities
in unit laundry
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stainless steel
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gym
pool
cats allowed
dogs allowed
parking
pet friendly
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clubhouse
e-payments
package receiving
pool table
smoke-free community
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee($99.00/applicant, Nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable)($500.00-$3500.00/unit); Monthly: Trash-Hauling($15.00/unit); Utility-Billing Admin Fee($3.75/unit); Water/Sewer(Usage-Based). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
limit
2
fee
300.00
Explore the Area
Harris Teeter
0.1 mi
Reid’s Fine Foods
0.3 mi
Sub One Hoagie House
0.3 mi
Whole Foods Market
0.7 mi
Whole Foods Market
0.7 mi
The Conspiracy
0.1 mi
Crave Dessert Bar
0.1 mi
Que Onda
0.1 mi
Dunkin'
0.1 mi
Corner Pub
0.2 mi
North Graham Street at West 5th Street
0.1 mi
West 5th Street at North Graham Street
0.1 mi
Mint Street
0.1 mi
West Trade Street at Graham Street
0.1 mi
Mint Street
0.1 mi
WBTV Heliport
1.5 mi
Carolinas Medical Center Heliport
1.9 mi
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
5.9 mi
World 600 Airport
11.9 mi
Bradford Field
12.6 mi
8 /10
Irwin Academic Center
PublicK-5
425 Students
0.5 mi
6 /10
Charlotte Lab School
CharterK-5
534 Students
0.6 mi
6 /10
First Ward Arts Elementary
PublicK-5
577 Students
0.8 mi
5 /10
Walter G Byers Elementary School
PublicPK-8
357 Students
0.9 mi
3 /10
Bruns Avenue Elementary
PublicPK-8
622 Students
1.2 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Fourth Ward Park
0.2 mi
McColl Park
0.3 mi
Romare Bearden Park
0.3 mi
Panthers' Practice Field #1
0.4 mi
The Green
0.5 mi
Discovery Place IMAX
0.2 mi
Truist Field
0.3 mi
Belk Place
0.3 mi
Johnson & Wales University Library
0.3 mi
Carolina Theater
0.3 mi
9th Street Dog Park
0.3 mi
QC Canine Design
0.4 mi
Uptown Veterinary Hospital
0.4 mi
CityVet
0.8 mi
Dog Run
0.9 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Kensington has 17 units available starting at $2,100 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Charlotte, NC, the average rent is $1,379 for a studio, $1,629 for a 1-bedroom, $2,098 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,698 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Charlotte, NC, check out our monthly Charlotte, NC Rent Report.
Some of The Kensington's amenities include in unit laundry, pet friendly, and parking. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Kensington is offering the following rent specials: Up to 6 weeks free base rent!
Yes, The Kensington is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Kensington offers parking.
Yes, The Kensington offers units with in unit laundry.
Yes, The Kensington has a pool.
No, The Kensington does not have accessible units.
No, The Kensington does not have units with dishwashers.