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Avenue L
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Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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610 Ferry RdGalveston, TX 77550
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402 Church St
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402 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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Seaport Village
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Seaport Village

7200 Heards LnGalveston, TX 77551
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600 19th St
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600 19th St

600 19th StGalveston, TX 77550
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417 Church St

417 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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Galveston, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Galveston, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Galveston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Pelican Island$2,995$1,00036
Carancahua Cove$3,112$1,5509
Isla Del Sol$4,975$1,9505

Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Campeche Cove in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood priced from $804. Palm Shore in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $887. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galveston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Campeche CoveOyster Cove1BR,1BA$804
Palm Shore1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT1BR,1BA$887
Parc At Marina LandingThe Skipper`s Deck1BR,1BA$887
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$900
Captain's Landing Apartments1x1 Grace A31BR,1BA$900
Stewart's Landing Apartments1x1 Grace A31BR,1BA$900
Lakeside at CampecheA11BR,1BA$901
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$919
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$923

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Galveston area is the $1.39 price per square foot Plan 3211 Model at Palm Bay Galveston in the in the Pirates Cove neighborhood starting from $2,520. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the 1822 Avenue M 1/2 Model at 1822 Avenue M 1/2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the The Strand neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Galveston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Bay GalvestonPlan 32113BR,2.5BA$1.39
1822 Avenue M 1/21822 Avenue M 1/22BR,2BA$1.32
Villas on the StrandTwo Bedroom Garden/Flat2BR,2BA$1.30
PostofficePostoffice - 32BR,1.5BA$1.57
Seaside VillageAntigua1BR,1.5BA$1.53
Villa Marina ApartmentsThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.20
Palm Shore2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 795 SQFT2BR,2BA$1.56
William B Travis Apartmentsfirst floor bldg 1&21BR,1BA$1.36
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$1.36
1523 35th Street, Unit 11523 35th StreetStudio ,1BA$1.36

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Galveston Overview

The beautiful Galveston area, located on the Texas coastline, stretches across Galveston and Pelican Islands. It offers residents of Galveston apartments stunning ocean views, a rich multicultural history, and convenient access to all the amenities of nearby Houston. Galveston's warm weather, welcoming culture, and lower-average cost of living make it a popular choice to settle in.

Why live in Galveston, TX?

Southern Texas is known for hot temperatures and hotter food. Nowhere is that more true than in seaside Galveston. In the last two centuries, this vibrant town has been hit with hurricanes and economic depressions, yet residents kept coming back. What drew them to build it into the city you see today? For many people living in seaside homes and apartments in Galveston, the spectacular Caribbean Sea is the answer. However, this bustling city is not just for beach devotees. Galveston also hosts a huge number of festivals, niche businesses, ethnic cuisine, and a thriving arts and entertainment industry.

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Getting Around Galveston, TX

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Galveston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Galveston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Galveston is at Park at Cedar Lawn listed at $985.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Galveston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Galveston Apartment is $804 at Campeche Cove.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Galveston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Galveston is starting from $1,014 at Captain's Landing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS and starts from $1,515.

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