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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Sleek tile flooring
  • Essentials

Location

201 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705, USA|Balboa Heights
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Management

Fort Lowell Realty & Prop Mgmt

Leasing office

(520) 467-1065

Property Overview

The property at 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 offers an impressive overall score of 8.8 from Zumper, highlighting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities. It features prime location advantages and a pet-friendly community with on-site laundry facilities. Rated highly for value, trustworthiness, and convenience, the property excels in providing a quality living experience close to essential services and outdoor spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath550 sqft$595 /mo1 unit availableThis cozy unit features tile flooring throughout, a wall A/C unit to keep you cool, and access to a shared courtyard—perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Onsite laundry facilities add extra convenience, so no more trips to the laundromat. Located just minutes from downtown Tucson, the University of Arizona, I-10, and Tucson Mall, you'll be close to everything the city has to offer. Don't miss this great opportunity to live in a prime Tucson location! Pet Friendly Community (inquire for details). *Tenant pays electricity/gas & $45 for water/sewer/trash* Schedule a tour today! Call or text Susana at 520-467-1065. www flraz com Equal Housing Opportunity

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Amenities for 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningTile Flooring
Water Heater

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
RefrigeratorWall A/C

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry Facility OnsiteOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Other

Tenant Pays Electric & Gas
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705

HomeApartments in TucsonBalboa Heights 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705

Welcome to Kelso Community – your new home in vibrant Tucson, AZ. Enjoy comfortable living in thoughtfully designed units, each offering the choice of evaporative cooling or air conditioning to keep you comfortable year-round. Say goodbye to laundromats—our on-site laundry facilities make laundry day simple and stress-free. The beautiful courtyard setting creates a peaceful atmosphere that’s perfect for relaxing or connecting with neighbors. Located in a prime area of Tucson, you’ll enjoy easy access to dining, shopping, entertainment, and scenic parks and trails—everything you need is just minutes away. To view/lease please contact Susana at 520-467-1065. www flraz com Equal Housing Opportunity


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705
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.
201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 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·10A 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.
201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 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 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 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.

201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area

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 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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

studio apartments at 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705 cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Balboa Heights.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Balboa Heights
Tucson
A table of studio rental data trends in Tucson
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in Balboa Heights
MonthMedian 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

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$23,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $23,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $595.
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Schools near 201-211 W Kelso St, Tucson, AZ 85705

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 201 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 201 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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