
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $400 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central City area of Galveston.


3913 Winnie St

5008 Ave S

Park at Cedar Lawn

3714 Ave S

4217 Sealy Ave

Island Bay
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Captain's Landing Apartments

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Village by the Sea

Driftwood Apartments - Galveston

Parc At Marina Landing

2828 61st St

2914 Avenue K
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3628 Avenue O

William B Travis Apartments

Broadwater

Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW)

2311 71st St

2016 57th St

Avenue L
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Seaport Village

Stewart's Landing Apartments

5403 Ave Q 1/2

71st Street Apartments

910 37th St

2414 Grover Ave
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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 | $1,675 | $850 | $2,500 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $650 | $2,170 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $850 | $2,559 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,175 | $2,746 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $2,035 | $2,035 |
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There are currently 28 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 Studio unit found at Park at Cedar Lawn priced from $850. Island Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $862. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Cedar Lawn | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Island Bay | A0R 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $862 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Parc At Marina Landing | The Sailor`s Berth | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | B | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| William B Travis Apartments | 2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 2 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Village by the Sea | A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $983 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Residence at West Beach | Seahorse | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX
As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $0.94 price per square foot 4309 Ursuline St Model at 4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor in the in the Denver Court neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the Antigua Model at Seaside Village starting at $1,374 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Denver Court 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4309 Ursuline St, Unit First Floor | 4309 Ursuline St | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Seaside Village | Antigua | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Parc At Marina Landing | The Ensign`s Stateroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| Viento Sereno Apartments ( NEW) | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| William B Travis Apartments | 2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN B | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Grace | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Grace | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Village by the Sea | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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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 $862 at Island Bay.
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 $985 at Captain's Landing Apartments.
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 Waterfront and starts from $2,666.
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