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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fans
- Spacious floor plan
- Central heating and cooling
Location
5211 Kelso St, Houston, TX 77021, USA|OST - South Union
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Troy Guillett
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Property Overview
Located within close proximity to top-rated schools, this property features air conditioning, ceiling fans, a spacious floor plan, and central heating and cooling. Residents can easily access a grocery store just over 2 miles away, while pet owners will find pet supplies and grooming services conveniently nearby. With 21 photos available, potential renters can quickly get a clear view of the property's appealing attributes.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5211 Kelso St, OST - South Union
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Has Dedicated Parking Spot |
| Heating | Laundry Hook Up |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Contact for more information on pet policy.
Parking
| Assigned Parking | Contact for Price |
|---|
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About 5211 Kelso St
Welcome to this inviting property located in the vibrant South Side district of Houston, TX. With a spacious floor plan, this home provides a comfortable living space suited for families or professionals. Its convenient location ensures easy access to essential services and notable schools, making it ideal for those seeking community and accessibility. Key Property Features include efficient central heating and cooling alongside air conditioning and ceiling fans for year-round comfort. You're also just a short drive from St. Luke's Health - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Ross Shaw Sterling High School, High School for Law and Justice, and the serene Park at Palm Center, perfect for outdoor activities. While rent does not include utilities like gas, electricity, and water, the property offers a well-designed space that you're sure to love. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your new home! Contact us today to schedule a viewing!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5211 Kelso St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Neighborhood | OST - South Union |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 77021 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in OST - South Union
4-bedroom apartments at 5211 Kelso St cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Houston.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
OST - South Union
Houston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,998 |
| November 2023 | $2,039 |
| December 2023 | $2,115 |
| January 2024 | $2,100 |
| February 2024 | $2,200 |
| March 2024 | $2,170 |
| April 2024 | $2,126 |
| May 2024 | $2,089 |
| June 2024 | $2,102 |
| July 2024 | $2,103 |
| August 2024 | $2,060 |
| September 2024 | $2,039 |
| October 2024 | $2,028 |
| November 2024 | $2,028 |
| December 2024 | $2,068 |
| January 2025 | $2,082 |
| February 2025 | $2,090 |
| March 2025 | $2,105 |
| April 2025 | $2,197 |
| May 2025 | $2,187 |
| June 2025 | $2,188 |
| July 2025 | $2,175 |
| August 2025 | $2,168 |
| September 2025 | $2,137 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,607 |
| November 2023 | $1,708 |
| December 2023 | $1,663 |
| January 2024 | $1,630 |
| February 2024 | $1,600 |
| March 2024 | $1,496 |
| April 2024 | $1,495 |
| May 2024 | $1,745 |
| June 2024 | $1,631 |
| July 2024 | $1,895 |
| August 2024 | $1,895 |
| September 2024 | $1,837 |
| October 2024 | $1,799 |
| November 2024 | $1,799 |
| January 2025 | $1,721 |
| February 2025 | $1,789 |
| March 2025 | $1,619 |
| April 2025 | $1,612 |
| May 2025 | $1,605 |
| June 2025 | $1,637 |
| July 2025 | $1,740 |
| August 2025 | $1,926 |
| September 2025 | $1,987 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$80,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $80,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,000.
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Schools near 5211 Kelso St
Hartsfield Elementary School
5001 perry st
houston, TX, 77021
PK, K-5Public
C
Community Services
1102 telephone rd
houston, TX, 77023
K-12Public
C+
Ninfa R. Laurenzo Early Childhood Center
205 n delmar
houston, TX, 77011
PK, KPublic
B-
MLK Early Childhood Center
3930 w fuqua
houston, TX, 77045
PK, KPublic
B+
R.D.S.P.D.
4040 w fuqua
houston, TX, 77045
PK, K-4Public
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Getting around Houston near 5211 Kelso St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5211 Kelso St, Houston
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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