SA · 5068

Kensington

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Kensington, SA 5068.

Kensington, SA 5068

About Kensington

Welcome to Kensington

Kensington is a suburb of Adelaide, South Australia in the City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters council area. Unlike the rest of the city, Kensington's streets are laid out diagonally. Second Creek runs through and under part of the suburb, which contains many heritage buildings as well as Norwood Swimming Centre and several schools.

Market snapshot

Kensington property market

Median price ranks #832 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 78%
Type
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$1.21m

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$750

per week

Gross rental yield

3.2%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$942k

Median

$1.21m

Premium

$1.54m

Days on market

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

13

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Kensington by dwelling type.

House60%
Apartment / Unit40%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Kensington, SA 5068.

Population

1,808

residents (2021)

Median age

43

years

Household income

$1,355

median, per week

Median rent

$300

per week

Median mortgage

$1,817

per month

Mortgage / income

31%

stretched (>30%)

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Kensington

Government school catchment

Marryatville Primary School

R-6CoEdGovernment
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Independent & Catholic schools

St Joseph's Memorial School - Junior Primary Campus

Catholic

Mary MacKillop College

7-12GirlsCatholic
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Recent results

Recently sold in Kensington

$595k

4/15 Regent Place

house2 bd · 1 car

Sold ~June 2026

$595k

4/24 Bridge Street

apartment1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~June 2026

$1.37m

10 Marchant Street

house1 ba · 2 car

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

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Properties & amenities in Kensington

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Price map around Kensington

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Common questions

Kensington suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Kensington?

The median house price in Kensington, SA is $1.21m for a 3-bedroom home.

How much is rent in Kensington?

The median weekly rent in Kensington is around $750 per week.

Is Kensington a good place to live?

Kensington is a suburb of Adelaide, South Australia in the City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters council area. Kensington is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 1,808 and 3 schools in the area.

What is the population of Kensington?

Kensington has a population of 1,808 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.

What schools are in Kensington?

There are 3 schools in or near Kensington, including Marryatville Primary School, St Joseph's Memorial School - Junior Primary Campus and Mary MacKillop College.

How much do you need to buy in Kensington?

Entry-level properties in Kensington start around $942k, while premium homes reach $1.54m.

What suburbs are near Kensington?

Suburbs near Kensington include Beulah Park, Marryatville, Heathpool, Norwood and Toorak Gardens.

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Properties in Kensington

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For Sale
$1.85m–$1.95m
house

Heritage, heart, and leafy ease where Kensington Gardens feels right at home...

23 Fort Avenue, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
422678 m²
Harris Real Estate - Glenelg RLA 3436642 weeks ago
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Best offer by: Monday 20 Ju…
apartment
StMate est. ~$715k

Exceeding expectations on space, style & security in Kensington Gardens

5/8 East Terrace, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
211
TOOP+TOOP Real Estate2 weeks ago
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For Sale
$660k–$690k
house

Attention First-home Buyers, Downsizers and Savvy Eastern Suburbs Investors!

1/19 Desaumarez Street, Kensington Park SA 5068
211
Domingo Real Estate1 week ago
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$1.4m–$1.5m
house

CAFÉ CULTURE, COSMOPOLITAN PRESTIGE | Kensington Cottage Charm Upsized Moments from The Parade

28 Thornton Street, Kensington SA 5068
322238 m²
Williams Real Estate RLA 2471633 weeks ago
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"QUINTESSENTIAL LUXURY RE-IMAGINED" BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED BESPOKE C.1900 DOUBLE-FRONTED BLUESTONE VILLA OF DISTINCTION

19 May Terrace, Kensington Park SA 5068
533773 m²
Williams Real Estate RLA 247163Yesterday
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BEST OFFER BY TUESDAY 21ST …
house
StMate est. ~$2.02m

THE ULTRA EXCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE IN PRESTIGIOUS IN KENSINGTON PARK Exquisite Family Entertainer - Out Of This World Luxury & Lifestyle Like No Other!

2 Oak Court, Kensington Park SA 5068
422597 m²
Williams Real Estate RLA 2471632 weeks ago
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For Sale
$655,000
apartment

Position Perfect for Lifestyle and Convenience

5/27A Thornton Street, Kensington SA 5068
21196 m²
Walter & Irvine Real Estate3 weeks ago
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Auction
house

Kensington Cool Meets c1890 Soul: Welcome to "Waverley"

37 High Street, Kensington SA 5068
212320 m²
Ray White Kensington3 months ago
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For Sale
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house
StMate est. ~$1.92m

Elegant Sanctuary in Kensington Gardens

36 Sandford Street, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
433
TOOP+TOOP Real Estate3 months ago
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For Sale
$1.35m–$1.4m
house

Luxury Without The Maintenance - Best Offers by 20th of July at 12 noon.

9B Sandford Street, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
322309 m²
The Address4 weeks ago
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For Sale
$1.7m–$1.75m
house

Brand-New Luxury Nestled into a Prized Inner-Eastern Enclave.

20 Leonore Avenue, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
432
NOAKES NICKOLAS PTY LTD4 weeks ago
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house
StMate est. ~$1.79m

Open the Door to a Quietly Brilliant, Rear-Set Escape with the East's Best On Call

27 Myall Avenue, Kensington Gardens SA 5068
422719 m²
Kensington Gardens real estate agencies3 weeks ago
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