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711 Holiday Dr
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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
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Palm Shore
417 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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Villa Marina Apartments
210 Strand StGalveston, TX 77550
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928 Post Office StGalveston, TX 77550
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325 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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711 8th StGalveston, TX 77550
902 Church St
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921 Marine Dr
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University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,171 | $865 | $1,865 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $750 | $2,192 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,043 | $5,400 |
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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 Carelton Courtyard priced from $887. Palm Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $887. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Palm Shore | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 1BR,1BA | $887 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Oceanfront Lofts | Oceanview Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,282 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1,390 |
| 2101 Church Street | D | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Villas on the Strand | Two Bedroom Garden/Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $2.59 price per square foot B7 Model at Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the The Belmont Model at Villa Marina Apartments starting at $1,390 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the University Area 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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| Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 7142 N Holiday Dr, Unit Port Aux Prince N Holiday Drive | 7142 N Holiday Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Villas on the Strand | Two Bedroom Garden/Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| Palm Shore | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 795 SQFT | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 1017 11th St, Unit 1 | 1017 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 2101 Church Street | D | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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 Carelton Courtyard which is listed at $887, while the average apartment in University Area costs $1,450.
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 34 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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