
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $400 (52 Rentals)
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The WBT

ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS

1901 40th St

1901 40th St, Unit 3

Driftwood Apartments - Galveston

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Captain's Landing Apartments

Broadwater

1015 30th St

Island Bay Resort Apartments
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Village by the Sea

Seasons Beachfront

Residence at West Beach

2302 45th St

Park at Cedar Lawn

Oceanfront Lofts

4114 Avenue S 1/2

2221 35th St

2928 Avenue O

2219 72nd St
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4109 1/2 Ave S

2507 37th St

4020 Avenue O 1/2

Seaside Village

4715 Avenue P 1/2 Rear

3028 Avenue M

Avenue L

5523 Avenue O 1/2

Fort Crockett Apartments

Seaport Village
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Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)

6113 Ave Q 1/2

5023 Ave N 1/2

5618 Avenue L

Stewart's Landing Apartments

2205 33rd St

71st Street Apartments

4418 Avenue P 1/2

Gulfwinds Apartments

1214 42nd St
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7302 Stewart Rd

3802 Avenue N

Menard House Apartments

3529 Avenue M

6300 Seawall Blvd, Unit 3226

Sandpiper Cove

5313 Avenue K

3220 69th St

The Oleanders at Broadway

4715 Avenue P 1/2
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Central City, Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $887 | $875 | $900 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $532 | $2,170 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $1,000 | $3,207 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,100 | $2,835 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX.
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Houston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Parc At Marina Landing priced from $629. The WBT has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc At Marina Landing | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $629 |
| The WBT | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $916 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $954 |
| Island Bay Resort Apartments | A2R 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Seasons Beachfront | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Residence at West Beach | Seagull | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Oceanfront Lofts | Shell U | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN B | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.65 price per square foot Bonaire Model at Seaside Village in the in the Denver Court neighborhood starting from $1,574. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the The Bonelli Model at ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS starting at $1,150 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Village | Bonaire | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Parc At Marina Landing | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| The Oleanders at Broadway | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Island Bay Resort Apartments | A4R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Residence at West Beach | Pelican | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN B | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The WBT | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $916 at Stewart's Landing Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $629 at Parc At Marina Landing.
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