Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $400 (31 Rentals)

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property at 710 38th St

710 38th St

GalvestonTX77550

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2828 61st St

GalvestonTX77551
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3116 Avenue L
1 Bedroom Apartments

3116 Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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Seaport Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaport Village

7200 Heards LnGalveston, TX 77551
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71st Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

71st Street Apartments

2311 71st StGalveston, TX 77551
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8100 Seawall Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8100 Seawall Blvd

8100 Seawall BlvdGalveston, TX 77551

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Central City, Galveston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Houston, TX is a Studio unit found at Island bay Resort Apartments priced from $800. Campeche Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $811. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Island bay Resort ApartmentsA0PStudio,1BA$800
Campeche CoveOyster Cove1BR,1BA$811
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$880
Parc At Marina LandingThe Skipper`s Deck1BR,1BA$887
Lakeside at CampecheA11BR,1BA$899
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$923
Captain's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$937
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$937
BroadwaterFLOOR PLAN A1BR,1BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.41 price per square foot Bonaire Model at Seaside Village in the in the Denver Court neighborhood starting from $1,348. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the A2-Designer Plus Model at Club of the Isle starting at $1,299 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seaside VillageBonaire2BR,2.5BA$1.41
Club of the IsleA2-Designer Plus1BR,1BA$1.67
Village by the SeaB.11BR,1BA$1.57
William B Travis Apartments2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 21BR,1BA$1.33
Lakeside at CampecheA21BR,1BA$1.37
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$1.34
1319 31st St, Unit 11319 31st St1BR,1BA$1.58
Captain's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$1.62
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$1.62
Campeche CoveOyster Cove1BR,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central City, Galveston, TX

Ranked #10

Among neighborhoods in Galveston, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Central City, Galveston, and the greater Houston area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Central City Neighborhood in Galveston, TX

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Island bay Resort Apartments listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $811 at Campeche Cove.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $1,022 at Village by the Sea.

What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at William B Travis Apartments and starts from $1,800.

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