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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Galveston, TX from $500 (59 Rentals)
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417 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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1628 Avenue K, Unit 3
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705 Church St, Unit 1stFloorDN
705 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
610 Church St
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215 Postoffice St
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Harbor Gardens
502 Holiday DrGalveston, TX 77550
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Tradewinds Apartments
102 Strand StGalveston, TX 77550
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Ferry Road Apartments
610 Ferry RdGalveston, TX 77550
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Palm Shores
402 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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Granada Apartments
600 19th StGalveston, TX 77550
1524 Mechanic St, Unit 5
1524 Mechanic St
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1524 Mechanic St, Unit 4
1524 Mechanic St
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Villa Marina Apartments
210 Strand StGalveston, TX 77550
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Postoffice
928 Post Office StGalveston, TX 77550
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325 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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711 8th StGalveston, TX 77550
1614 Market St
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2127 Avenue K
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402 Postoffice St
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1524 Mechanic St, Unit 2
1524 Mechanic St
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2106 Avenue K
2106 Avenue KGalveston, TX 77550
610 16th St
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610 16th St
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Oceanfront Lofts
805 Avenue KGalveston, TX 77550
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1009 8th street
1009 8th StGalveston, TX 77550
807 7th St
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801 Avenue K
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1006 Sealy Ave
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215 Postoffice St, Unit 803
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University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,277 | $795 | $1,915 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $850 | $2,450 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $1,020 | $2,835 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $1,260 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Houston, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Palm Shore Apartments priced from $887. Carelton Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $897. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $997 |
| 2101 Church Street | A | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Villas on the Strand | Two Bedroom Garden/Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.68 price per square foot Two Bedroom Garden/Flat Model at Villas on the Strand in the in the The Strand neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Postoffice - 3 Model at Postoffice starting at $1,500 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the The Strand neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Villas on the Strand | Two Bedroom Garden/Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 705 Church St, Unit 1stFloorUnit DN | 705 Church St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 2101 Church Street | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1628 Avenue K, Unit 3 | 1628 Avenue K | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Palm Shore Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?
The cheapest apartment in University Area is Palm Shore Apartments which is listed at $887, while the average apartment in University Area costs $1,337.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in University Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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