
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bayou Shore Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $400 (75 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bayou Shore area of Galveston.


5523 Avenue O 1/2

2806 Avenue M 1/2

2514 Avenue M

Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)

The WBT

ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS

1321 35th St, Unit 4

1901 40th St

Driftwood Apartments - Galveston
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Village by the Sea

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Captain's Landing Apartments

Broadwater

Island Bay

Seasons Beachfront

701 28th St

Parc At Marina Landing

2302 45th St

Residence at West Beach

Park at Cedar Lawn
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Oceanfront Lofts

1213 28th St

4114 Avenue S 1/2

4619 Ave S

2928 Avenue O

2507 37th St

4109 1/2 Ave S

2516 Avenue K

2814 Avenue O 1/2

2910 Avenue K, Unit 4
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Seaside Village

2223 35th St

Avenue L

Fort Crockett Apartments

Seaport Village

5618 Avenue L

5023 Ave N 1/2

Stewart's Landing Apartments

2205 33rd St

71st Street Apartments
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2813 Church St

Gulfwinds Apartments

2808 Avenue M

2224 30th St

5309 Perry Ave

1817 Biovu Dr

4418 Avenue P 1/2

6723 Heards Ln

5501 Menard Ave

2627 Avenue K
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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 | $1,198 | $875 | $2,419 |
| Bayou Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $795 | $2,170 |
| Bayou Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $800 | $3,299 |
| Bayou Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,100 | $2,835 |
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There are currently 75 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 Studio unit found at The WBT priced from $900. Stewart's Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Bayou Shore apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The WBT | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | A | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Village by the Sea | A | 1BR,1BA | $931 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN A | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Island Bay | A2R 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Seasons Beachfront | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Parc At Marina Landing | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,097 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bayou Shore, TX
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bayou Shore area is the $1.60 price per square foot Bonaire Model at Seaside Village in the in the Denver Court neighborhood starting from $1,524. The second greatest value Bayou Shore apartment is the 1 Bedroom Garden Model at The Oleanders at Broadway starting at $1,390 with a $1.78 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Village | Bonaire | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| The Oleanders at Broadway | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Island Bay | A4R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Village by the Sea | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Parc At Marina Landing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN A | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The WBT | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bayou Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bayou Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bayou Shore is at The WBT listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bayou Shore Apartment is $915 at Stewart's Landing Apartments.
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 $1,000 at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW).
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