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Highlights
- Private patio
- Washer/dryer connections
Location
8717 Granite Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, USA|South Baton Rouge
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Property Overview
GM 8717 Granite Dr. offers a strong overall value with an 8 out of 10 expert rating, supported by excellent scores for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. Notable features include a private patio and washer/dryer connections, while nearby grocery and school options add convenience.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,100 sqft | $900 /mo | 1 unit available | Come see this 2 bedroom 1.5 bath town home. Major appliances in the apartment. We are minutes away from the Mall of Louisiana, Louisiana State University, Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical Center, BREC Baseball Park and we are right on the Baton Rouge City bus route. Excellent location less than a mile from Walmart, Walgreens, Albertsons, and a variety of restaurants and convenience stores. Come visit us and we will help you find the right unit for you. Amenities: *Major Appliances (Refrigerator, and Stove/oven) *24/7 Maintenance *On site Manager Personnel *Carpet on stairs only *Wood Plank Flooring *Pet Friendly *We accept section 8 *Hablamos Español Feel free to go online at www personaltouchpropertiesllc com for more information and where you may fill out our online application. You can also give us a call at 225-413-8882 for more information. Personal Touch Properties complies with the Fair Housing Act and does not discriminate in the rental of its apartments based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and handicap. |
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Amenities for GM 8717 Granite Dr.
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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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 GM 8717 Granite Dr.
Come see this 2 bedroom 1.5 bath town home. Major appliances in the apartment. We are minutes away from the Mall of Louisiana, Louisiana State University, Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical Center, BREC Baseball Park and we are right on the Baton Rouge City bus route. Excellent location less than a mile from Walmart, Walgreens, Albertsons, and a variety of restaurants and convenience stores. Come visit us and we will help you find the right unit for you. Amenities: *Major Appliances (Refrigerator, and Stove/oven) *24/7 Maintenance *On site Manager Personnel *Carpet on stairs only *Wood Plank Flooring *Pet Friendly *We accept section 8 *Hablamos Español Feel free to go online at www personaltouchpropertiesllc com for more information and where you may fill out our online application. You can also give us a call at 225-413-8882 for more information. Personal Touch Properties complies with the Fair Housing Act and does not discriminate in the rental of its apartments based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and handicap.
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, GM 8717 Granite Dr. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, GM 8717 Granite Dr. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, GM 8717 Granite Dr. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in South Baton Rouge. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
GM 8717 Granite Dr. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including oven. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, GM 8717 Granite Dr. receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
GM 8717 Granite Dr. 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 GM 8717 Granite Dr. 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.
GM 8717 Granite Dr. is great for:
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 GM 8717 Granite Dr. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 4 miles away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Baton Rouge
2-bedroom apartments at GM 8717 Granite Dr. cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Baton Rouge.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
South Baton Rouge
Oak Hills Place
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,257 |
| September 2024 | $1,254 |
| October 2024 | $1,253 |
| November 2024 | $1,227 |
| December 2024 | $1,205 |
| January 2025 | $1,202 |
| February 2025 | $1,234 |
| March 2025 | $1,204 |
| April 2025 | $1,185 |
| May 2025 | $1,208 |
| June 2025 | $1,244 |
| July 2025 | $1,337 |
| August 2025 | $1,365 |
| September 2025 | $1,316 |
| October 2025 | $1,260 |
| November 2025 | $1,179 |
| December 2025 | $1,155 |
| January 2026 | $1,168 |
| February 2026 | $1,207 |
| March 2026 | $1,197 |
| April 2026 | $1,219 |
| May 2026 | $1,251 |
| June 2026 | $1,299 |
| July 2026 | $1,286 |
| August 2026 | $1,250 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,257 |
| September 2024 | $1,254 |
| October 2024 | $1,253 |
| November 2024 | $1,227 |
| December 2024 | $1,205 |
| January 2025 | $1,202 |
| February 2025 | $1,234 |
| March 2025 | $1,204 |
| April 2025 | $1,185 |
| May 2025 | $1,208 |
| June 2025 | $1,244 |
| July 2025 | $1,337 |
| August 2025 | $1,365 |
| September 2025 | $1,316 |
| October 2025 | $1,260 |
| November 2025 | $1,179 |
| December 2025 | $1,155 |
| January 2026 | $1,168 |
| February 2026 | $1,207 |
| March 2026 | $1,197 |
| April 2026 | $1,219 |
| May 2026 | $1,251 |
| June 2026 | $1,299 |
| July 2026 | $1,286 |
| August 2026 | $1,250 |
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Can I afford to live at 8717 Granite Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$36,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near GM 8717 Granite Dr.
Wildwood Elementary School
444 halfway tree rd
baton rouge, LA, 70810
PK, K-5Public
B-
Southdowns School
2050 hood ave
baton rouge, LA, 70808
PKPublic
Louisiana School for the Deaf
2888 brightside ln
baton rouge, LA, 70820
PK, K-12Public
Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired
2888 brightside ln
baton rouge, LA, 70820
PK, K-12Public
Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet
4510 bawell st
baton rouge, LA, 70808
PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
South Baton Rouge | Oak Hills Place, LA
Getting around Baton Rouge near 8717 Granite Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 8717 Granite Dr, Baton Rouge
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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