Compass Bay Apartments
14501 Compass St,
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
$1,525 - $1,930
1-2 Beds
Padre Island
Corpus Christi, TX
Padre Island - Corpus Christi, TX Area Guide
Savor the natural beauty of this coastal community
Coastal
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Peaceful
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Active
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Welcoming
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Close-Knit
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Padre Island, affectionately referred to as “The Island” by locals, exudes a charming small-town feel just 20 minutes from Downtown Corpus Christi. Sandy beaches and excellent fishing opportunities characterize the northern section of the island, while the southernmost tip is reserved for four-wheel drives. Padre Island has a wide variety of homes for rent, from apartments and condos to various houses, and the natural landscape beckons all kinds of explorers.
The Padre Island landscape includes an expansive, undeveloped beach and protected wetlands. Bob Hall Pier provides residents with space for lounging and fishing in the warm Texas sun. Residents can also access the Gulf of Mexico through Packery Channel for deep-sea fishing. The island is home to a tight-knit community, and Padre Island's friendly locals welcome new residents and visitors.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Padre Island is $1,238 for one bedroom, $1,668 for two bedrooms, and $1,654 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Padre Island has increased by 12.1% in the past year.
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1 BR
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699 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,238/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,013 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,668/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,149 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,654/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Padre Island - Corpus Christi, TX is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
42
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
5
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
40
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mustang Island State Park
- Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
- Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture
Military Bases
Airports
- Corpus Christi International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.