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Palm Shore Apartments
417 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
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Carelton Courtyard
215 Market StGalveston, TX 77550
102 The Strand
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2213 Avenue K
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1505 Church St
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1814 Ave M 1/2
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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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Postoffice
928 Post Office StGalveston, TX 77550
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Villa Marina Apartments
210 Strand StGalveston, TX 77550
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325 Church StGalveston, TX 77550
2127 Avenue K
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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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University Place
711 8th StGalveston, TX 77550
7092 N Holiday Dr
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803 Avenue K
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Oceanfront Lofts
805 Avenue KGalveston, TX 77550
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1009 8th StGalveston, TX 77550
814 Broadway Avenue J
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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. Postoffice has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. 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 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| 2101 Church Street | C | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Villas on the Strand | One Bedroom Garden/Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.65 price per square foot 1818 Church St Model at 1818 Church St in the in the The Strand neighborhood starting from $1,650. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1818 Church St | 1818 Church St | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| Villas on the Strand | One Bedroom Garden/Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Carelton Courtyard | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 2101 Church Street | C | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 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 $1,477.
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 2 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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