Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Galveston, TX from $1,000 (34 Rentals)

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property at 921 Marine Dr

921 Marine Dr

GalvestonTX77550
property at 7114 N Holiday Dr

7114 N Holiday Dr

GalvestonTX77550
property at 610 16th St

610 16th St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 7076 N Holiday Dr

7076 N Holiday Dr

GalvestonTX77550
property at 823 Avenue K

823 Avenue K

GalvestonTX77550
property at 525 11th St

525 11th St

GalvestonTX77550
property at 215 Postoffice St

215 Postoffice St

GalvestonTX77550
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University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide

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 $904. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carelton CourtyardA11BR,1BA$904
PostofficePostoffice - 161BR,1BA$925
University PlaceA1-UP1BR,1BA$1,003
Galveston AMMarket St2BR,1BA$1,180
Oceanfront LoftsOceanview Apartment1BR,1BA$1,282
Villas on the StrandTwo Bedroom Garden/Flat2BR,2BA$1,403
2101 Church StreetF1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.80 price per square foot 404 Model at Jackson Square in the in the Midtown Galveston neighborhood starting from $1,979. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Garden/Flat Model at Villas on the Strand starting at $1,403 with a $1.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jackson Square4042BR,2BA$1.80
Villas on the StrandTwo Bedroom Garden/Flat2BR,2BA$1.45
PostofficePostoffice - 112BR,1.5BA$1.78
Galveston AMMarket St2BR,1BA$1.31
705 Church St, Unit 1stFloorUnit DN705 Church St2BR,1BA$1.72
728 Avenue K Ave, Unit #3728 Avenue K Ave1BR,1BA$1.29
University PlaceA2- UP1BR,1BA$1.58
1017 11th St, Unit 11017 11th St2BR,1BA$1.83
Carelton CourtyardA31BR,1BA$1.77
2101 Church StreetF1BR,1BA$2.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Area, Galveston, TX

Ranked #30

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 82 Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX with pricing that ranges from $699 to $5,425. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Area ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,972.

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