Village by the Sea
6424 Central City Blvd,
Galveston, TX 77551
1-2 Beds | $921 - $2,047
Rental Market Trends in Galveston, TX
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Galveston, TX is $1,167/month.
Rent in Galveston is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,167/month
Average Rent
660 Sq Ft
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Change / Year
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Available Apartments
Galveston rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Galveston average $1,248 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Galveston average $1,167 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Galveston average $1,453 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Galveston average $1,989 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Galveston, TX?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Galveston, TX
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
13%
$700 - $1,000/month
67%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
8%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Galveston?
Based on current rent prices, Lake Madeline, Golf Shores and Offatts Bayou are the most affordable neighborhoods in Galveston.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Galveston?
Based on current rent prices, Galveston Harbor, Bayou Shore and Sunnylane are the most expensive neighborhoods in Galveston.
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Which Galveston neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Galveston with the most apartments available are Lake Madeline, Golf Shores and Sunnylane .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Galveston, TX?
Because the average rent in Galveston is $1,167, you’ll want to make about $3,890 per month or $46,680 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Galveston, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Galveston, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Galveston Area GuideStudio
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$1,874/month
One Bedroom
$995/month
$1,703/month
Two Bedroom
$1,251/month
$2,335/month
Three Bedroom
$1,769/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Hitchcock
Avg Rent: $943/month
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La Marque
Avg Rent: $810/month
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Texas City
Avg Rent: $1,023/month
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Santa Fe
Avg Rent: $1,153/month
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Dickinson
Avg Rent: $1,193/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Galveston?
The average rent in Galveston is $1,167 per month, which is 29.9% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Galveston?
The average rent for a house in Galveston, TX is $2,639 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Galveston?
The average rent for a townhome in Galveston, TX is $1,579 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Galveston?
The average rent for a condo in Galveston, TX is $1,461 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Galveston?
Rents in Galveston, TX are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
What rent range is most common in Galveston?
In Galveston, TX, 67% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.