Kensington (6151)
About Kensington: Kensington is the quieter, more affordable corner of the City of South Perth, with established streets and the Kensington Bushland Reserve. It's close to Victoria Park, Como and Curtin, which makes it a steady choice for families and long-term renters.
Small numbers, big story. Four in ten of our Kensington tenants have been in their homes for 5+ years, the highest share anywhere in our portfolio, and the median tenancy is 4.1 years. Kensington is proof that when you look after the property and the people in it, everyone stays put.
- Rentals managed: 10
- Average tenancy: 4.2 years, with 40% of tenants in place 5+ years
- Longest tenancy: 9.6 years (since 2017)
- With SOCO 10+ years: 4 properties
- What our homes rent for: 3 bed $660 per week
Kensington Rental Investment FAQs
How long do tenants stay in Kensington rental properties?
Current tenants in SOCO-managed Kensington rentals have been in their homes for an average of 4.2 years (median 4.1), and 70% have stayed two years or more. Our longest Kensington tenancy has run for 9.6 years, since 2017.
How much rent can a property in Kensington earn?
Leased homes in SOCO's Kensington portfolio rent for a median of $640 a week as at October 2026 (2 bed $630, 3 bed $660 per week).
Who manages rental properties in Kensington?
SOCO Realty manages 10 rental properties in Kensington WA 6151, in the City of South Perth. 4 of them have been with SOCO for more than 10 years. We're a Perth property management agency looking after more than 1,200 homes across the metro area.
Source: SOCO Realty PropertyMe data, October 2026.