Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $800 (60 Rentals)

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The WBT
$900 - $1,900
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$900 - $1,900
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$900 - $1,900
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The WBT

4818 Avenue R 1/2Galveston, TX 77551
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Village by the Sea
$1,031 - $2,528
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$1,031 - $2,528
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15

Village by the Sea

6424 Central City BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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1302 56th St, Unit #2
$1,200
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$1,200
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$1,200
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

1302 56th St, Unit #2

1302 56th StGalveston, TX 77551
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property at 1015 30th St

$1,000 - $1,200

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1015 30th St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 3028 Avenue M

$1,295 - $1,395

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3028 Avenue M

GalvestonTX77550
property at 2404 44th St

$1,300

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$1,300
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$1,300

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2404 44th St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 2402 44th St

$1,300

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$1,300
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2402 44th St

GalvestonTX77550

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property at 4025 Avenue R

$775

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$775
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4025 Avenue R

GalvestonTX77550
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Fort Crockett Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fort Crockett Apartments

4800 Seawall BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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Seaport Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaport Village

7200 Heards LnGalveston, TX 77551
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3116 Avenue L
1 Bedroom Apartments

3116 Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, 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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property at 2219 72nd St

$1,195

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2219 72nd St

GalvestonTX77551

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Central City, Galveston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) priced from $850. 3116 Avenue L has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Houston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
3116 Avenue L1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Seasons Beachfront1/1.001BR,1BA$900
Driftwood Apartments - GalvestonA1BR,1BA$925
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$940
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsGrace1BR,1BA$966
Captain's Landing ApartmentsGrace1BR,1BA$1,004
Island Bay Resort ApartmentsA2R 1x1 WD1BR,1BA$1,015
Oceanfront LoftsShell1BR,1BA$1,119

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.81 price per square foot 4309 Avenue N Model at 4309 Avenue N, Unit First Floor in the in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 4309 Ursuline St Model at 4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4309 Avenue N, Unit First Floor4309 Avenue N2BR,1BA$0.81
4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor4309 Ursuline St2BR,1BA$0.81
The WBTBldgs 3 and 41BR,1BA$1.12
5802 Avenue R, Unit Studio Apartment5802 Avenue R1BR,1BA$1.02
Parc At Marina LandingB12BR,1.5BA$1.59
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.78
Seasons Beachfront2/2.002BR,2BA$1.71
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Ayers1BR,1BA$1.42
Oceanfront LoftsShell1BR,1BA$1.73
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$1.81

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Central City, Galveston, and the greater Houston area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $850 at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW).

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 $1,000 at Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW).

What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The WBT and starts from $1,900.

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