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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,467 | $999 | $1,915 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $887 | $2,252 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,020 | $4,050 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $1,260 | $1,350 |
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,788 | $1,150 | $2,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,866 | $1,999 | $3,550 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,583 | $2,300 | $2,950 |
There are currently 115 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Area Neighborhood of Galveston, TX.
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As of today, July 31, 2026, there are currently 115 available University Area apartments priced from $887 to $4,050, with an average monthly rent of $1,299.
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Area ranges from $887 to $2,252 with an average monthly rent of $1,206.
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Area range from $1,020 to $4,050. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,656.
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