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Highlights
- Tile flooring throughout
- Virtual tour
- Bright and inviting atmosphere
Location
208 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705, USA|Balboa Heights
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Property Overview
Kelso 208 receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4, highlighting its strong value for renters. With a competitive price rating of 10 and a location score of 9, it offers excellent amenities and unmatched convenience. The property features tile flooring throughout and a bright atmosphere, positioning it favorably in the 72.41 percentile for value compared to local listings, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness in its presentation.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 570 sqft | $750 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover comfort and convenience in this charming 1 bed, 1 bath apartment just minutes from the University of Arizona. With 570 square feet of functional living space, this home features tile flooring throughout, offering a clean, modern look and easy maintenance. Large windows fill the unit with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxing or studying. Situated in a central Tucson neighborhood, this apartment provides quick access to dining, shopping, and campus life. Schedule your private showing today with our asset manager, Joe Corvino 520-455-3987, and make this light-filled home yours before it’s gone. Directions: Grant and Stone, west to Castro north to property. NW corner of Castro and Kelso. SEE THE VIRTUAL TOUR! To view the virtual tour for this property, please copy the following address and insert it into your browser: https www tourfactory com 3219903 **BEWARE OF SCAMS** If you found this property on/Facebook, it is a scam! If you are speaking to someone, claiming to be the owner of the property, it is a scam! If you are being told to wire money for your move-in funds, it is a scam! APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY TAKEN THROUGH OUR WEBSITE RGROUPPM. COM Under Property Search - Our Rental Listings you’ll see our current inventory click on Apply Now to complete & submit your application. Please make sure to read the “Before you Begin” section first. |
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Amenities for Kelso 208
Appliances
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove/Oven |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About Kelso 208
Discover comfort and convenience in this charming 1 bed, 1 bath apartment just minutes from the University of Arizona. With 570 square feet of functional living space, this home features tile flooring throughout, offering a clean, modern look and easy maintenance. Large windows fill the unit with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxing or studying. Situated in a central Tucson neighborhood, this apartment provides quick access to dining, shopping, and campus life. Schedule your private showing today with our asset manager, Joe Corvino 520-455-3987, and make this light-filled home yours before it’s gone. Directions: Grant and Stone, west to Castro north to property. NW corner of Castro and Kelso. SEE THE VIRTUAL TOUR! To view the virtual tour for this property, please copy the following address and insert it into your browser: https www tourfactory com 3219903 **BEWARE OF SCAMS** If you found this property on/Facebook, it is a scam! If you are speaking to someone, claiming to be the owner of the property, it is a scam! If you are being told to wire money for your move-in funds, it is a scam! APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY TAKEN THROUGH OUR WEBSITE RGROUPPM. COM Under Property Search - Our Rental Listings you’ll see our current inventory click on Apply Now to complete & submit your application. Please make sure to read the “Before you Begin” section first.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Kelso 208 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kelso 208 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Kelso 208 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Kelso 208 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kelso 208 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Kelso 208 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 Kelso 208 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Balboa Heights
1-bedroom apartments at Kelso 208 cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Balboa Heights.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Balboa Heights
Tucson
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $782 |
| December 2023 | $774 |
| January 2024 | $776 |
| February 2024 | $797 |
| March 2024 | $785 |
| April 2024 | $783 |
| May 2024 | $771 |
| June 2024 | $773 |
| July 2024 | $750 |
| August 2024 | $750 |
| September 2024 | $768 |
| October 2024 | $755 |
| November 2024 | $754 |
| December 2024 | $776 |
| January 2025 | $771 |
| February 2025 | $773 |
| March 2025 | $779 |
| April 2025 | $750 |
| May 2025 | $749 |
| June 2025 | $749 |
| July 2025 | $750 |
| August 2025 | $750 |
| September 2025 | $748 |
| October 2025 | $750 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $650 |
| November 2024 | $725 |
| December 2024 | $725 |
| January 2025 | $771 |
| February 2025 | $710 |
| March 2025 | $695 |
| April 2025 | $695 |
| May 2025 | $695 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 208 W Kelso St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$30,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near Kelso 208
E. C. Nash Elementary School
515 w kelso st
tucson, AZ, 85705
PK, K-5Public
C
Rillito Center
266 e pastime rd
tucson, AZ, 85705
PK, K-12Public
Amphi Academy at El Hogar
450 e wetmore rd
tucson, AZ, 85705
K-12Public
C
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Neighborhood
Balboa Heights | Tucson, AZ
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Tucson near 208 W Kelso St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 208 W Kelso St, Tucson
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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