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

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property at 1015 30th St

$1,000 - $1,200

2 Bedroom Rentals

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1015 30th St

GalvestonTX77550

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Village by the Sea
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$1,031 - $3,207
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$1,031 - $3,207

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 17

Village by the Sea

6424 Central City BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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property at 2219 72nd St

$1,295 - $1,595

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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2219 72nd St

GalvestonTX77551

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property at 3028 Avenue M

$1,295 - $1,395

2 Bedroom Rentals

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3028 Avenue M

GalvestonTX77550
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Avenue L
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avenue L

3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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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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71st Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

71st Street Apartments

2311 71st StGalveston, TX 77551
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property at 6300 Seawall Blvd

$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6300 Seawall Blvd, Unit 3226

6300 Seawall Blvd
GalvestonTX77551
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Sandpiper Cove
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Cove

3916 Winnie StGalveston, TX 77550
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property at 3220 69th St

$1,300 - $1,650

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3220 69th 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parc At Marina LandingB22BR,2BA$629
The WBTStudioStudio,1BA$900
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$916
Captain's Landing ApartmentsHarmony1BR,1BA$954
Island Bay Resort ApartmentsA2R 1x1 WD1BR,1BA$1,015
Seasons Beachfront1/1.001BR,1BA$1,095
Residence at West BeachSeagull1BR,1BA$1,099
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Bonelli2BR,1BA$1,150
Oceanfront LoftsShell U1BR,1BA$1,199
BroadwaterFLOOR PLAN B1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seaside VillageBonaire2BR,2.5BA$1.65
ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTSThe Bonelli2BR,1BA$1.25
Parc At Marina LandingB12BR,1.5BA$1.59
The Oleanders at Broadway1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.78
Island Bay Resort ApartmentsA4R 1x11BR,1BA$1.66
Residence at West BeachPelican1BR,1BA$1.68
BroadwaterFLOOR PLAN B1BR,1BA$1.80
Stewart's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$1.68
Captain's Landing ApartmentsJade1BR,1BA$1.74
The WBTStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67

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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 $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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