
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX from $400 (199 Rentals)
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1708 Market St

2806 Avenue M 1/2

725 Broadway Avenue J

Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)

4217 Sealy Ave

615 Church St

2514 Avenue M

The WBT

Palm Shore Apartments
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Carelton Courtyard

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1628 Avenue K, Unit 3, Unit 3

1321 35th St, Unit 4

1321 35th St, Unit 1

1901 40th St

Campeche Cove

Driftwood Apartments - Galveston

Lakeside at Campeche

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Village by the Sea
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1107 13th St

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Captain's Landing Apartments

Broadwater

624 Avenue H

928 Ferry Rd

102 The Strand

Island Bay

1915 Avenue O 1/2

1408 The Strand

Seasons Beachfront
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701 28th St

Parc At Marina Landing

2106 Avenue K

820 Broadway Avenue J

1017 11th St

Residence at West Beach

524 23rd St, Unit E

Oceanfront Lofts

1814 Ave M 1/2

1213 28th St
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914 Church St

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1017 11th St

2302 45th St

1427 Church St

4114 Avenue S 1/2

1801 Church St

4619 Ave S

2928 Avenue O

3028 Avenue M

Waldorf Apartments
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Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Galveston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Galveston Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $795 | $3,101 |
| Cheap Galveston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $800 | $2,495 |
| Cheap Galveston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $830 | $3,995 |
| Cheap Galveston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,125 | $3,486 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX
Pricing Updated: 05/20/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Harbor | $1,300 | $1,300 | 2 |
| West End | $1,300 | $1,300 | 2 |
| Pelican Island Industrial Park | $1,377 | $887 | 42 |
| Pelican Island | $1,427 | $795 | 55 |
Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Palm Shore Apartments in the University Area neighborhood priced from $887. Carelton Courtyard in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $897. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galveston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| The WBT | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Campeche Cove | Oyster Cove | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | A | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Galveston area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Waldorf Apartments in the in the San Jacinto neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the B2 Model at Lakeside at Campeche starting at $1,370 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Galveston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lakeside at Campeche | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| University Place | A2- UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 2106 Avenue K | Avenue K | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1628 Avenue K, Unit 3 | 1628 Avenue K | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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, TXPopulation: 50,457
Ranked #772
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Galveston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Galveston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Galveston is under $952.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Galveston?
The cheapest apartment in Galveston is Palm Shore Apartments which is listed at $887, while the average apartment in Galveston costs $1,351.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Galveston?
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 36 regular apartments in Galveston 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 Galveston?
Cheap apartments in Galveston have an average cost of $364 which is $987 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Galveston.
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