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Parc At Marina Landing
7302 Avenue P 1/2 AveGalveston, TX 77551
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7400 Jones DrGalveston, TX 77551
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5510 Avenue MGalveston, TX 77551
4217 Sealy Ave
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4818 Avenue R 1/2Galveston, TX 77551
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3219 69th StGalveston, TX 77551
1214 44th St
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1321 35th St, Unit 4
1321 35th StGalveston, TX 77550
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Driftwood Apartments - Galveston
7019 Lasker DrGalveston, TX 77551
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Village by the Sea
6424 Central City BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
3628 Avenue O
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Captain's Landing Apartments
3102 69th StGalveston, TX 77551
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Broadwater
6315 Central City BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
2016 57th St
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5523 Avenue O 1/2
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2305 55th St
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2914 Avenue K
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Seasons Beachfront
8100 Seawall BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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Park at Cedar Lawn
4400 Avenue NGalveston, TX 77550
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Oceanfront Lofts
7820 Seawall BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
5218 Bernardo De Galvez Ave
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4619 Ave S
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3222 69th StGalveston, TX 77551
2302 45th St
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3028 Avenue M
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4109 1/2 Ave S
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2507 37th St
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5006 Bernardo De Galvez Ave
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Seaside Village
4925 Fort Crockett BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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Avenue L
3116 Avenue LGalveston, TX 77550
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4800 Seawall BlvdGalveston, TX 77551
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Seaport Village
7200 Heards LnGalveston, TX 77551
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5618 Avenue L
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2205 33rd St
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Stewart's Landing Apartments
3002 69th StGalveston, TX 77551
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71st Street Apartments
2311 71st StGalveston, TX 77551
910 37th St
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Gulfwinds Apartments
8020 Stewart RdGalveston, TX 77551
3727 Winnie St
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2823 Avenue K
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6723 Heards Ln
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5501 Menard Ave
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5312 Ave S
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3916 Winnie StGalveston, TX 77550
3624 87th St
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3802 Avenue N
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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 | $1,419 | $875 | $3,001 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,141 | $775 | $2,170 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $850 | $2,838 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $1,125 | $2,835 |
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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 $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 Central City 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 |
| Village by the Sea | A | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Island Bay | A2P 1x1 WD | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Seasons Beachfront | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Oceanfront Lofts | Shell U | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City 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 Central City apartment is the The Bonelli Model at ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS starting at $1,120 with a $1.22 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Cedar Lawn | MPC2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 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 | $1.70 |
| 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 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 $925 at Driftwood Apartments - Galveston.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $682 at Parc At Marina Landing.
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