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Kensington Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Kensington is a neighborhood in central San Diego bounded by Interstate 15 to the west, Interstate 8 to the north, Fairmount Avenue to the east and El Cajon Boulevard to the south.
Location: San Diego, CA · ZIP 92116 · Region: Central San Diego
Where Kensington is
Kensington's neighbors are Normal Heights to the west and City Heights to the south. Adams Avenue is the neighborhood's business center, marked by the neon Kensington sign over the street, designated a City of San Diego historic resource in 2008. The neighborhood shares ZIP code 92116 with Normal Heights.
Homes
The Kensington Park subdivision opened in 1910, and the first houses were Craftsman style. Much of the neighborhood was built out in the late 1920s, and it has a large collection of Spanish Revival homes, including houses by architects Cliff May and Richard Requa. Later subdivisions included Kensington Manor and Kensington Heights.
Schools
Kensington is in the San Diego Unified School District. Franklin Elementary STEAM Magnet School (K-5) is located in Kensington. School assignment depends on the exact address; confirm with the district.
Nearby
Adams Avenue shops and restaurants are in the neighborhood, and Interstate 8 and Interstate 15 border it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Kensington's boundaries?
Interstate 15 to the west, Interstate 8 to the north, Fairmount Avenue to the east and El Cajon Boulevard to the south.
What style are Kensington homes?
Mostly early 20th-century homes: Craftsman houses from the 1910s and many Spanish Revival homes from the late 1920s.
Is Kensington the same as Talmadge?
No. Kensington and Talmadge are separate neighborhoods, though they are sometimes grouped together informally.
What ZIP code is Kensington?
92116, which it shares with Normal Heights.
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Information reviewed November 9, 2026. Boundaries, HOA details and school assignments change; verify with the HOA, the city or county and the school district before relying on them. Listings shown above are provided by Web4Realty from the MLS feed and change frequently; confirm availability and details before relying on them.