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University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,627 | $1,609 | $1,644 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $700 | $2,137 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $1,100 | $5,375 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $1,100 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Palm Shore priced from $887. Carelton Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $919. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Shore | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Villas on the Strand | One Bedroom Garden/Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.32 price per square foot 1822 Avenue M 1/2 Model at 1822 Avenue M 1/2 in the in the The Strand neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Postoffice - 3 Model at Postoffice starting at $1,500 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the The Strand neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1822 Avenue M 1/2 | 1822 Avenue M 1/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 824 10th St, Unit A | 824 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| University Place | A2- UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 1017 11th St, Unit 3 | 1017 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Villas on the Strand | One Bedroom Garden/Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Palm Shore | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 625 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 1506 Sealy St, Unit 2 | 1506 Sealy St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Area is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?
The cheapest apartment in University Area is Palm Shore which is listed at $887, while the average apartment in University Area costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 208 regular apartments in University Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University Area?
Cheap apartments in University Area have an average cost of $171 which is $1,479 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Area.
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