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217 Church St

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710 38th St

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3116 Avenue L
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3116 Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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Ferry Road Apartments

610 Ferry RdGalveston, 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

600 19th StGalveston, TX 77550
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Galveston, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

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 Industrial Park$1,780$90031
Pelican Island$3,995$70053

Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Island Bay Resorts in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood priced from $800. Captain's Landing Apartments in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $886. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galveston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Island Bay ResortsA0P 1/1 300sf1BR,1BA$800
Captain's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$886
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$886
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$904
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$923
PostofficePostoffice - 161BR,1BA$925
William B Travis Apartments2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 21BR,1BA$975
Villa Marina ApartmentsThe Alder1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX

As of July 03, 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 Galveston West End neighborhood starting from $2,520. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the 1613 Avenue N 1/2 Model at 1613 Avenue N 1/2, Unit Upstairs starting at $1,000 with a $0.67 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
1613 Avenue N 1/2, Unit Upstairs1613 Avenue N 1/22BR,1BA$0.67
Park at Cedar LawnMPCB2BR,2BA$1.29
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Belmont2BR,1BA$1.13
Lakeside at CampecheB22BR,2BA$1.50
Villas on the StrandTwo Bedroom Garden/Flat2BR,2BA$1.45
Galveston AMMarket St2BR,1BA$1.38
Villa Marina ApartmentsThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.17
5505 Avenue L, Unit 2 bedroom5505 Avenue L2BR,1BA$1.27
William B Travis Apartments2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 21BR,1BA$1.33

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Galveston Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Galveston Apartment is $800 at Island Bay Resorts.

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 $1,077 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 William B Travis Apartments and starts from $1,800.

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