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2924 1/2 Bernardo De Galvez Ave

1321 35th St, Unit 4

5618 Avenue L

2205 33rd St

910 37th St

2016 57th St

1915 Avenue O

2127 Avenue K

921 Marine Dr
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1812 Winnie St

902 Church St

2828 Church St

2823 Avenue K

1803 Church St

1015-1011 11th St

1210 Avenue M

610 16th St

610 16th St

2216 Avenue O 1/2
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5312 Ave S

5501 Menard Ave

2627 Avenue K

2224 30th St

1212 Postoffice St

1517 31st St

1214 42nd St

3802 Avenue N

803 Avenue K

7302 Stewart Rd
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2919 Avenue K

1516 Avenue K

1415 Church St

2315 The Strand

3624 87th St

1210 56th St

807 7th St

1508 20th St

6300 Seawall Blvd, Unit 3226, Unit 3226

217 Church St, Unit 201, Unit 201
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1710 Market St

1511 22nd St

3828 Avenue M 1/2

1614 Market St

4125 Avenue M

5313 Avenue K

500 Ferry Rd

9520 Seawall Blvd

702 40th St

2119 Avenue O 1/2
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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 | $1,743 | $995 | $3,500 |
| Galveston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,687 | $1,350 | $6,500 |
| Galveston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,273 | $1,700 | $8,000 |
| Galveston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,200 | $2,800 |
| Galveston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $3,500 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Galveston, TX
Pricing Updated: 04/17/2026Current 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 | $1,925 | $625 | 76 |
| Pelican Island Industrial Park | $1,925 | $837 | 53 |
| Bay Harbor | $5,883 | $1,300 | 1 |
| West End | $5,883 | $1,300 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Galveston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Galveston, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Parc At Marina Landing in the Havre Lafitte neighborhood priced from $682. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc At Marina Landing | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $682 |
| Palm Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Driftwood Apartments - Galveston | A | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Stewart's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Captain's Landing Apartments | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Campeche Cove | Oyster Cove | 1BR,1BA | $968 |
| Lakeside at Campeche | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Galveston area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Waldorf Apartments in the in the San Jacinto neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Galveston apartment is the MPC2x2 Model at Park at Cedar Lawn starting at $1,545 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Denver Court 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Park at Cedar Lawn | MPC2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| 7142 N Holiday Dr, Unit Port Aux Prince N Holiday Drive | 7142 N Holiday Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| ASHTON PLACE APARTMENTS | The Bonelli | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Palm Shore Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 2106 Avenue K | Avenue K | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 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 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Galveston?
There are currently 249 Apartments for Rent in Galveston, TX with pricing that ranges from $625 to $3,395. There are also 265 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Galveston ranging from $875 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Galveston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Galveston ranges from $875 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,525.
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