
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $700 (30 Rentals)
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4909 Wharton Dr

4705 Avenue P 1/2

2112 Victory Ave

2205 33rd St

3911 Winnie St
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1811 52nd St

3515 Avenue R, Unit Rear

714 44th St

814 35th St, Unit #2

7820 Seawall Blvd

7820 Seawall Blvd
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7302 Stewart Rd

6300 Seawall Blvd

6300 Seawall Blvd

7310 Seawall Blvd

6102 Seawall Blvd
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6911 Avenue O

6911 Avenue O

3828 Avenue M 1/2

1218 42nd St

4408 Avenue S 1/2, Unit #B

3312 Sealy Ave

4511 Avenue R 1/2 Rear
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3907 Ursuline St

1311 53rd St

4921 Alamo Dr

3610 Avenue K

3220 69th St
Central City, Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,780 | $1,165 | $2,950 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,402 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
Central City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,775 | $2,000 | $4,500 |
Central City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,616 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 30 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 1 Bed unit found at Island Bay Resorts priced from $800. Captain's Landing Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $884. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Island Bay Resorts | A0P 1/1 300sf | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
The Oleanders at Broadway | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
William B Travis Apartments | 2nd and 3rd floors of Bldgs 1 and 2 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Viento Sereno Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Residence at West Beach | Seahorse | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Parc At Marina Landing | The Skipper`s Deck | 2BR,2BA | $1,137 |
Broadwater | FLOOR PLAN E | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
Oceanfront Lofts | Shell | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.04 price per square foot The Bleu Model at ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS in the in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the HC2x1 Model at Park at Cedar Lawn starting at $1,435 with a $1.28 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. |
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ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bleu | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Park at Cedar Lawn | HC2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
5325 Avenue R 1/2, Unit B | 5325 Avenue R 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Village by the Sea | C.2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Viento Sereno Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 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 | $1.71 |
Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Parc At Marina Landing | The Sailor`s Berth | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in Central City, TX with pricing that ranges from $639 to $2,746. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $775 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $775 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,350.
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