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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

8917 South Gessner Drive, Houston, Texas 77074, United States|Braeburn
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Property Overview

La Carmona is a highly-rated property with an overall Zumper rating of 9.1, reflecting its strong value and quality. Offering competitive pricing and an impressive range of amenities, including on-site laundry, off-street parking, and a pet-friendly community, it is well-situated for convenient access to local points of interest, schools, and transportation. Additionally, with a good balance of trustworthiness and transparency, La Carmona provides a comprehensive view of what renters can expect.

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

9.1
Excellent
La Carmona is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1301 bed1 bath632 sqft$733 /mo
1121 bed1 bath715 sqft$840 /mo
211 bed1 bath632 sqft$843 /mo
821 bed1 bath715 sqft$855 /mo
321 bed1 bath632 sqft$883 /mo
382 bed1 bath850 sqft$910 /mo
422 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,040 /mo
82 bed1 bath903 sqft$1,040 /mo
2602 bed1 bath903 sqft$1,050 /mo
1622 bed1 bath903 sqft$1,065 /mo
142 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$1,196 /mo
2743 bed2 bath1,111 sqft$1,780 /mo
2343 bed2 bath1,111 sqft$1,785 /mo
2673 bed2 bath1,111 sqft$1,830 /mo

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Amenities for La Carmona

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanCentral Heat and Air
Granite CountertopNew Light Fixtures
OfficeTile Floor
Tiled BacksplashesView
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
New Appliance PackagesRefrigerator

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh Speed Internet Access

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Controlled Access GatesDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

BarbecueBBQ Area
Beautiful CourtyardsGated Entry
Large Private Outdoor SpaceOff-Street Parking
Outdoor SpacePicnic Area
PlaygroundSwimming Pool

Services

Copy and Fax ServicesCourtesy Patrol
On Call MaintenancePackage Service
Virtual Walkthrough

Neighborhood

Easy Freeway AccessOn Bus Line
Public Transportation

Other

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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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built1970
Units275
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About La Carmona

HomeApartments in HoustonBraeburn La Carmona

La Carmona is a Houston Apartment located at 8917 S. Gessner,. The property features 1 - 3 BR rental units available starting at $733. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1970

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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
La Carmona is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated La Carmona
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.
La Carmona 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.
La Carmona 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.
La Carmona 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find La Carmona to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
La Carmona provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

La Carmona is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 La Carmona compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Braeburn

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Braeburn.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at La Carmona to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Braeburn.

3-bedroom apartments at La Carmona cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Braeburn.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Braeburn
Houston
A table of studio rental data trends in Houston
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,300
January 2024$1,298
February 2024$1,300
March 2024$1,300
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,311
June 2024$1,348
July 2024$1,367
August 2024$1,366
September 2024$1,359
October 2024$1,346
November 2024$1,354
December 2024$1,368
January 2025$1,326
February 2025$1,248
March 2025$1,283
April 2025$1,328
May 2025$1,343
June 2025$1,386
July 2025$1,347
August 2025$1,316
September 2025$1,366
October 2025$1,394
November 2025$1,368
A table of studio rental data trends in Braeburn
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$701
January 2024$736
March 2024$737
October 2024$750
November 2024$750
March 2025$893
April 2025$857
May 2025$812
June 2025$782
August 2025$896
September 2025$895
October 2025$848
November 2025$870

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,720 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $843.
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Schools near La Carmona

Bonham Elementary School

8302 braes river dr

houston, TX, 77074

PK, K-5Public
C

Gabriela Mistral Center For Early Childhood

6203 jessamine

houston, TX, 77081

PK, KPublic
B

R.D.S.P.D.

4040 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, K-4Public

MLK Early Childhood Center

3930 w fuqua

houston, TX, 77045

PK, KPublic
B+

Soar Center

4400 w 18th st

houston, TX, 77027

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Houston near 8917 South Gessner Drive

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8917 South Gessner Drive, Houston

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 8917 South Gessner Drive

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La Michoacana Meat Market
8002 S Gessner Rd
Fiesta Mart
8650 S Braeswood Blvd
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7 Evening Food Store
8702 Beechnut St

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