Cheap Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX from $500 (156 Rentals)

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The WBT
$900 - $1,900
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$900 - $1,900
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The WBT

4818 Avenue R 1/2Galveston, TX 77551
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Carelton Courtyard
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$910 - $1,479
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Carelton Courtyard

215 Market StGalveston, TX 77550
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property at 102 The Strand

$999

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102 The Strand

GalvestonTX77550
property at 911 Avenue K

$1,000 - $1,200

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911 Avenue K

GalvestonTX77550

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Village by the Sea
$1,031 - $1,852
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Village by the Sea

6424 Central City BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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1302 56th St, Unit #2
$1,200
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$1,200
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1302 56th St, Unit #2

1302 56th StGalveston, TX 77551
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$1,000 - $1,200

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1015 30th St

GalvestonTX77550

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$1,300

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2404 44th St

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2402 44th St

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX

Pricing Updated: 08/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Galveston, TX area range in price from $830 to $5,490 with an overall median price of $2,253. The three Galveston neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Pelican Island at $1,850, Downtown Galveston at $1,900, and Isla Del Sol at $3,500. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Galveston Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Pelican Island$1,850$90039
Downtown Galveston$1,900$83025
Isla Del Sol$3,500$2,5004
Carancahua Cove$3,550$2,50010
Bay Harbor$3,900$2,4002
West End$3,900$2,4002

Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood priced from $850. 3116 Avenue L in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galveston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
3116 Avenue L1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Palm Shore Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT1BR,1BA$895
Waldorf ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Seasons Beachfront1/1.001BR,1BA$900
Driftwood Apartments - GalvestonA1BR,1BA$925
PostofficePostoffice - 161BR,1BA$925
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$935
Carelton CourtyardA21BR,1BA$948
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsGrace1BR,1BA$966

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Galveston area is the $0.81 price per square foot 4309 Avenue N Model at 4309 Avenue N, Unit First Floor in the in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the 4309 Ursuline St Model at 4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Midtown Galveston 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.
4309 Avenue N, Unit First Floor4309 Avenue N2BR,1BA$0.81
4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor4309 Ursuline St2BR,1BA$0.81
The WBTBldgs 3 and 41BR,1BA$1.12
5802 Avenue R, Unit Studio Apartment5802 Avenue R1BR,1BA$1.02
PostofficePostoffice - 32BR,1.5BA$1.57
Parc At Marina LandingB12BR,1.5BA$1.59
1002 11th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.57
Lakeside at CampecheA31BR,1BA$1.49
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$1.42
Carelton CourtyardA21BR,1BA$1.58

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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.

Galveston, TX
Population: 50,457

Ranked #772

in US Census Population by City

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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 Waldorf Apartments listed at $900.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Galveston Apartment is $850 at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW).

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 $1,000 at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW).

What is the most affordable Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palm Shore Apartments and starts from $1,275.

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