
Cheap Homes for Rent in University Area Galveston, TX from $700 (14 Rentals)
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914 20th St

620 Avenue H

921 Marine Dr, Unit Marina Pointe 219

1015 9th St
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1015-1011 11th St

215 Postoffice St

215 Postoffice St

823 Avenue K

712 Avenue H

7093 N Holiday Dr
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7076 N Holiday Dr, Unit Second floor
University Area, Galveston, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in University Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Area 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,787 | $1,325 | $3,500 |
University Area 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,599 | $1,900 | $3,500 |
University Area 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,450 | $2,750 | $5,250 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Area Neighborhood of Galveston, TX.
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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 $904. Villa Marina Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Houston, TX:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carelton Courtyard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
Villa Marina Apartments | The Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Postoffice | Postoffice - 16 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Galveston AM | Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $3.08 price per square foot B7 Model at Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $5,340. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Garden/Flat Model at Villas on the Strand starting at $1,253 with a $1.30 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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Cove at Galveston Yacht Basin | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
Villas on the Strand | Two Bedroom Garden/Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Postoffice | Postoffice - 3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
Galveston AM | Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Carelton Courtyard | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
University Place | A1-UP | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Villa Marina Apartments | The Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area
What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?
There are currently 96 Apartments for Rent in University Area, TX with pricing that ranges from $700 to $5,375. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $750 to $5,250.
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 $750 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,014.
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