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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

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

INDUS MANAGEMENT GROUP

Leasing office

(844) 334-7269 ext. 2135

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

La Carmona is a highly-rated property with an overall Zumper rating of 8.3, indicating it is an excellent choice for renters. It offers competitive pricing paired with exceptional amenities (10/10) and a prime location (9/10), ensuring residents enjoy both value and convenience. The property is also transparent regarding its features and management, supported by a wealth of visual information, and is recognized for its pet-friendly environment with nearby services catering to pets.

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, La Carmona is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Carmona 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

A1 bed1 bath632 sqft$733–$883 /mo3 units available
B1 bed1 bath715 sqft$840–$855 /mo2 units available
C2 bed1 bath850 sqft$910–$1,040 /mo2 units available
D2 bed1.5 bath903 sqft$1,040–$1,065 /mo3 units available
E2 bed1.5 bath1,050 sqft$1,196 /mo1 unit available
F3 bed2 bath1,111 sqft$1,780–$1,830 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for La Carmona

Apartment Amenities

1st FloorCeramic Tile Bath 1
Ceramic Tile Bed 1Ceramic Tile Dining
Ceramic Tile HallwayCeramic Tile Kitchen
Ceramic Tile Living RoomGranite Countertops
Private PatioUpgraded Tub Surround
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Appliances

White Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

$2

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

$2

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Building details

Property details

Year built1970
Units275
Lease terms6–13 months
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About La Carmona

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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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, La Carmona is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Carmona 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 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·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 La Carmona 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

The staff are very friendly and nice and the apartment that I had viewed was very clean and fresh

justine perez

justine perez

Mar 06, 2024

Renewal of my lease at Lacarmona was easy and seamless. The entire process, which took place on my smart phone, including virtual signing of my new lease took no more than five minutes. Renewal was a piece of cake, which made me a very happy resident.

Robert Lyons

Robert Lyons

Aug 14, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

La Carmona is great for:

Pet owners

  • 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 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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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 6% 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 18% 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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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,160 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $779.
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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

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7 Evening Food Store
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