
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayou Shore Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $400 (97 Rentals)
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2806 Avenue M 1/2

3116 Avenue L

2311 71st St

Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)

4217 Sealy Ave

The WBT

ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS

1214 44th St

1321 35th St, Unit 4
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2725 1/2 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

5012 Avenue K

2924 1/2 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

1901 40th St

Driftwood Apartments - Galveston

3628 Avenue O

Captain's Landing Apartments

Island Bay

Total Monthly Price
Village by the Sea

Broadwater
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2016 57th St

5523 Avenue O 1/2

2305 55th St

2914 Avenue K

Seasons Beachfront

3501 Avenue M

Park at Cedar Lawn

701 28th St

Oceanfront Lofts

2828 61st St
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5218 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

1213 28th St

4619 Ave S

Residence at West Beach

3028 Avenue M

2302 45th St

4109 1/2 Ave S

2507 37th St

5006 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

Seaside Village
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4020 Avenue O 1/2

4305 Ave S, Unit B

2223 35th St

1015 30th St

Avenue L

Fort Crockett Apartments

Seaport Village

5618 Avenue L

5012 Avenue K, Unit REAR 1, Unit REAR 1

3809 Avenue O
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Bayou Shore, Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bayou Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Shore Studio Apartments | $1,315 | $875 | $3,001 |
| Bayou Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $850 | $2,170 |
| Bayou Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $830 | $2,560 |
| Bayou Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,125 | $3,395 |
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There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bayou Shore Neighborhood of Galveston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Bayou Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bayou Shore area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Parc At Marina Landing priced from $682. Driftwood Apartments - Galveston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Bayou Shore apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc At Marina Landing | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $682 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | A | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Island Bay | A1R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Village by the Sea | A | 1BR,1BA | $998 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The WBT | 2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Seasons Beachfront | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayou Shore, TX
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayou Shore area is the $1.29 price per square foot MPC2x2 Model at Park at Cedar Lawn in the in the Denver Court neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Bayou Shore apartment is the The Bonelli Model at ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS starting at $1,125 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bayou Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Cedar Lawn | MPC2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Oleanders at Broadway | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Island Bay | A4R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The WBT | 2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN B | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Village by the Sea | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayou Shore Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou Shore Apartment is $925 at Driftwood Apartments - Galveston.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bayou Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bayou Shore is starting from $682 at Parc At Marina Landing.
What is the most affordable Bayou Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bayou Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedars at Carver Park and starts from $2,100.
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