Kensington
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Kensington, SA 5068.
About Kensington
Welcome to Kensington
Market snapshot
Kensington property market
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.
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
Independent & Catholic schools
St Joseph's Memorial School - Junior Primary Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Kensington
$595k
4/15 Regent Place
Sold ~June 2026
$595k
4/24 Bridge Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.37m
10 Marchant Street
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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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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