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3628 Avenue O

GalvestonTX77550
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3116 Avenue L
1 Bedroom Apartments

3116 Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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Ferry Road Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ferry Road Apartments

610 Ferry RdGalveston, TX 77550
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Seaport Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaport Village

7200 Heards LnGalveston, TX 77551
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Granada Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

600 19th StGalveston, TX 77550
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Polaris Hall
Studio Apartments

Polaris Hall

1014 Texas Clipper RdGalveston, TX 77554
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Postoffice
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Postoffice

928 Post Office StGalveston, TX 77550
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Gulf Estates, Inc.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gulf Estates, Inc.

325 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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71st Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

71st Street Apartments

2311 71st StGalveston, TX 77551
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Galveston, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX

Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025

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$1,795$85535
Bay Harbor$2,300$2,3001
West End$2,300$2,3001
Pelican Island$3,995$70056

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 $884. 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 ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$884
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$884
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$904
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$923
PostofficePostoffice - 161BR,1BA$925
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ashland1BR,1BA$960
William B Travis Apartments2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 21BR,1BA$975
Viento Sereno Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX

As of August 04, 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
Lakeside at CampecheB32BR,2BA$1.27
1101 Church St, Unit 21101 Church St2BR,2BA$1.50
Galveston AMMarket St2BR,1BA$1.38
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ashland1BR,1BA$1.17
Viento Sereno Apartments3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.41
William B Travis Apartments2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 21BR,1BA$1.33
Captain's Landing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$1.38
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$1.38

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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 $1,000 at Viento Sereno Apartments.

What is the most affordable Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Galveston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Viento Sereno Apartments and starts from $1,125.

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