
Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Galveston, TX from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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921 Marine Dr, Unit Marina Pointe 219

7092 N Holiday Dr

1623 Ursuline St, Unit 2
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921 Marine Dr

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1621 Avenue K Rear

215 Postoffice St
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215 Postoffice St

823 Avenue K

1117 9th St

712 Avenue H
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508 10th St

915 8th St, Unit 2

915 8th St, Unit 1

1416 13th St
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1602 Sealy Ave

2017 Avenue M

500 Ferry Rd
University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in University Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,898 | $1,325 | $2,950 |
University Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,582 | $1,600 | $3,400 |
University Area 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,842 | $2,400 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Area Neighborhood of Galveston, TX.
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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. Villa Marina Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Palm Shore | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
Villa Marina Apartments | The Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Carelton Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Galveston AM | Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $3.08 price per square foot B7 Model at Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $5,340. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 3 Bedroom Garden/Flat Model at Villas on the Strand starting at $1,638 with a $1.44 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. |
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Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
Villas on the Strand | 3 Bedroom Garden/Flat | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
Galveston AM | Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Palm Shore | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
824 10th St, Unit A | 824 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Villa Marina Apartments | The Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
2101 Church Street | H | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Carelton Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area
What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?
There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX with pricing that ranges from $700 to $5,375. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $1,000 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Area?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Area ranges from $1,000 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,938.
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