Cheap Homes for Rent in Pelican Island Neighborhood of Galveston, TX from $900 (24 Rentals)

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property at 1528 Church St

1528 Church St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 921 Marine Dr

921 Marine Dr

GalvestonTX77550
property at 610 16th St

610 16th St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 1415 Church St

1415 Church St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 215 Postoffice St

215 Postoffice St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 2315 The Strand

2315 The Strand

GalvestonTX77550
property at 215 Postoffice St

215 Postoffice St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 304 18th St

304 18th St

GalvestonTX77550

Pelican Island, Galveston, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pelican Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pelican Island area of Galveston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Carelton Courtyard priced from $850. Palm Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $887. Here are the most affordable Pelican Island apartments for rent in Galveston, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$850
Palm Shore1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT1BR,1BA$887
PostofficePostoffice - 161BR,1BA$925
Villa Marina ApartmentsThe Alder1BR,1BA$1,010
University PlaceA1-UP1BR,1BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pelican Island, TX

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pelican Island area is the $3.08 price per square foot B7 Model at Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $5,340. The second greatest value Pelican Island apartment is the 404 Model at Jackson Square starting at $1,979 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pelican Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cove at Galveston Yacht BasinB72BR,2BA$3.08
Jackson Square4042BR,2BA$1.80
Villas on the StrandTwo Bedroom Garden/Flat2BR,2BA$1.81
PostofficePostoffice - 112BR,1.5BA$1.67
705 Church St, Unit A2ndFL705 Church St2BR,1BA$1.61
Villa Marina ApartmentsThe Alder1BR,1BA$1.19
Palm Shore2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 795 SQFT2BR,2BA$1.56
1017 11th St, Unit 11017 11th St2BR,1BA$1.83
University PlaceA1-UP1BR,1BA$1.51
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pelican Island, Galveston, TX

Ranked #17

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pelican Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Pelican Island?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Pelican Island, TX with pricing that ranges from $750 to $5,400. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pelican Island ranging from $900 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pelican Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pelican Island ranges from $900 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,953.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pelican Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pelican Island range from $1,975 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,995.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.