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1524 Mechanic St, Unit 4

5618 Avenue L

5023 Ave N 1/2

2205 33rd St

1915 Avenue O

2813 Church St

1614 Market St

2127 Avenue K

402 Postoffice St
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2224 30th St

5309 Perry Ave

1524 Mechanic St, Unit 2

715 31st St

2216 Avenue O 1/2

524 23rd St, Unit E

1210 Avenue M

610 16th St

1817 Biovu Dr

4418 Avenue P 1/2
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610 16th St

6723 Heards Ln

5501 Menard Ave

2627 Avenue K

921 Marine Dr

6300 Seawall Blvd

3802 Avenue N

803 Avenue K

7302 Stewart Rd

1214 42nd St
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1516 Avenue K

2315 The Strand

807 7th St

6300 Seawall Blvd, Unit 3226

1210 56th St

801 Avenue K

1508 20th St

3220 69th St

1213 28th St

1006 Sealy Ave
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2324 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

215 Postoffice St, Unit 803

4020 Avenue O 1/2

5313 Avenue K

1623 Avenue N, Unit GA-REAR

1623 Ave N 1/2

4715 Avenue P 1/2

2814 Avenue O 1/2

2001 29th St

12202 Stewart Rd
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Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Galveston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galveston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,759 | $1,100 | $3,500 |
| Galveston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,694 | $1,350 | $5,200 |
| Galveston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,161 | $1,595 | $5,490 |
| Galveston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,050 | $2,500 | $3,600 |
| Galveston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX
Pricing Updated: 06/04/2026Current apartment rentals in the Galveston, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Galveston Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelican Island | $1,427 | $795 | 50 |
| Bay Harbor | $4,963 | $1,250 | 2 |
| West End | $4,963 | $1,250 | 2 |
| Pelican Island Industrial Park | $7,803 | $887 | 34 |
Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Lakeside at Campeche in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood priced from $219. Palm Shore Apartments in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $887. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galveston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside at Campeche | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $219 |
| Palm Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The WBT | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Campeche Cove | Oyster Cove | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | A | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Galveston area is the $1.10 price per square foot Plan 3211 Model at Palm Bay Galveston in the in the Galveston West End neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Waldorf Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the San Jacinto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Galveston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Galveston | Plan 3211 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| Waldorf Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lakeside at Campeche | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.21 |
| 705 Church St, Unit 1stFloorUnit DN | 705 Church St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1628 Avenue K, Unit 3 | 1628 Avenue K | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Galveston?
There are currently 242 Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX with pricing that ranges from $204 to $7,803. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Galveston ranging from $900 to $6,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Galveston ranges from $900 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,794.
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