Living in Corpus Christi combines coastal living with city convenience along the Gulf of Mexico. As the "Sparkling City by the Sea," this waterfront community offers outdoor recreation opportunities from McGee Beach to the Texas State Aquarium. The rental market currently shows average rents of $1,028 for one-bedroom units and $1,247 for two bedrooms. Notable areas include downtown with its historic architecture, Calallen with its established neighborhoods, and Flour Bluff, where residents can find apartments and homes near the water.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and Naval Air Station Corpus Christi are major community anchors. The city holds the distinction of being "America's Birdiest Place," with Padre Island National Seashore and Hans & Pat Suter Wildlife Refuge offering excellent bird watching. The Port of Corpus Christi, the nation's fifth-largest port, supports the local economy along with tourism and industry.
