Price reduced September 22, 2026
$1,375
$1,300 / month
1623 Avenue N ½, Galveston, TX 77550
1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment with a private garage, a block and a half from the Seawall and about 5 minutes from UTMB.
Quick answer: A 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment at 1623 Avenue N ½ in Galveston, Texas is now for rent at $1,300 per month, reduced from $1,375. It is about 895 sq ft on the second level, includes a private garage for parking or storage plus a parking spot in the alley, sits a block and a half from Seawall Boulevard and the beach, and is about a 5-minute drive to UTMB. It is available now on a 12-month lease. Contact listing agent Brian T. Becker, Absolute Realty and Management, at briantbecker@gmail.com or 415-250-4904.
At a glance
- Monthly rent
- $1,300
- Previous rent
- $1,375
- Bedrooms / baths
- 1 bed / 1 bath
- Size
- 895 sq ft
- Lease term
- 12 months
- Available
- Now
- Parking
- Private garage + alley spot
- MLS number
- 49595064
Square footage per the appraisal district. Figures from HAR MLS listing #49595064; confirm current terms with the listing agent.
What the price reduction means over a 12-month lease
The owner lowered the rent on September 22, 2026 from $1,375 to $1,300 a month. That is $75 less each month, or $900 less over a standard 12-month lease.
If you are searching for a 1-bedroom rental in Galveston for a full year — whether you are starting at UTMB, enrolled at Texas A&M University at Galveston, reporting to a Coast Guard unit on the island, or relocating for any other reason — this unit now sits at a lower price point than when it first listed on May 29, 2026.
A private garage in Galveston: park in it, or store in it
Most 1-bedroom rentals on the island come with a shared lot or street parking. This one has a large private garage beneath the apartment for your use only, plus a parking spot in the alley. That gives you a real choice.
Use it as your garage
Keep your vehicle covered and out of the sun, salt air, and weather.
Use it as storage
Park in the alley spot and use the garage for bikes, surfboards, fishing gear, a kayak, or seasonal items.
A block and a half from the Seawall and the beach
1623 Avenue N ½ is a block and a half from Seawall Boulevard — about a 2- to 3-minute walk — which puts the Seawall sidewalk and the beach right around the corner for a morning run, a bike ride, or an evening walk.
The apartment has a back porch facing south toward the Gulf, and the property includes a fenced back yard with yard maintenance provided.
Inside the apartment
The second-level unit has an open floor plan that moves from the kitchen straight into the living room. The kitchen has granite countertops, a smooth-top cooktop, a dishwasher, a disposal, and an included refrigerator. The bedroom offers ample closet and storage space, and the bathroom has a granite countertop, a walk-in shower, and a vanity over the sink.
- Granite countertops in kitchen and bath
- Smooth-top cooktop
- Dishwasher, disposal, and refrigerator included
- Walk-in shower
- Tile and wood flooring
- High ceilings and ceiling fans
- Central electric air conditioning and heat
- Balcony and back porch
- Storm shutters
- Shared on-site washer and dryer, no coins needed
- Fenced back yard; yard maintenance provided
- Non-smoking unit
How far is it to UTMB, Texas A&M Galveston, and the Coast Guard base?
Approximate distances and drive times from 1623 Avenue N ½, Galveston, TX 77550:
| Destination | Approx. distance | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|
| Seawall Boulevard and the beach | A block and a half | 2–3 min walk |
| UTMB Health, Galveston campus | About 1.5 miles | About 5 min drive |
| The Strand / downtown Galveston | About 1.5 miles | About 5 min drive |
| U.S. Coast Guard Base and Station Galveston (Fort Point Road) | About 3 miles | About 8 min drive |
| Texas A&M University at Galveston (Pelican Island) | About 4 miles | 10–12 min drive |
| USCG Sector Houston-Galveston (Ellington Field, Houston) | About 45 miles | 50–60 min drive via I-45 |
Distances and times are estimates and vary with route, traffic, and weather. Verify with your preferred map app.
Lease terms and application requirements
| Monthly rent | $1,300 |
|---|---|
| Security deposit | $1,575 |
| Application fee | $50 per applicant |
| Lease term | One year (12 months) |
| Availability | Available now |
| Screening | Credit check, rental verification, employment verification, and background check |
| Pets | Considered case by case; pet deposit required |
| Smoking | Not permitted |
| Other mandatory fees | None listed |
Assistance animals are not pets and are handled under fair housing law. Terms are from the MLS listing and may change; confirm all terms with the listing agent before applying.
Frequently asked questions
I'm a UTMB student looking for a 1-bedroom rental in Galveston. How close is this apartment to UTMB?
1623 Avenue N ½ is about 1.5 miles from the UTMB Health Galveston campus, roughly a 5-minute drive. The 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit rents for $1,300 a month on a 12-month lease and includes a private garage plus an alley parking spot.
I'm a Texas A&M Galveston student. How far is this rental from the Pelican Island campus?
Texas A&M University at Galveston on Pelican Island is about 4 miles away, roughly a 10- to 12-minute drive. The apartment is also a block and a half from the Seawall and the beach, and the private garage can hold a vehicle or gear such as bikes, boards, or fishing equipment.
I'm stationed with the Coast Guard in Galveston and need a 12-month rental. Does this apartment work for a one-year lease?
Yes. The listing offers a one-year lease and the unit is available now. U.S. Coast Guard Base and Station Galveston on Fort Point Road are about 3 miles away, roughly an 8-minute drive; Sector Houston-Galveston at Ellington Field is about 45 miles away via I-45.
How much is rent at 1623 Avenue N ½ in Galveston?
Rent is $1,300 per month. It was reduced on September 22, 2026 from $1,375, a savings of $75 a month or $900 over a 12-month lease.
What are the security deposit and application fee?
The security deposit is $1,575 and the application fee is $50 per applicant. Approval requires a credit check, rental verification, employment verification, and a background check.
Does this Galveston rental have parking or a garage?
Yes. The apartment includes a large private garage beneath the unit for the tenant's use, plus a parking spot in the alley. You can park in the garage, or park in the alley spot and use the garage for storage.
How close is the apartment to the Seawall and the beach?
It is a block and a half from Seawall Boulevard, about a 2- to 3-minute walk to the Seawall and the beach.
Is there a washer and dryer?
Yes. There is a shared washer and dryer on site, and they are not coin-operated.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are considered case by case, and a pet deposit is required. Assistance animals are not considered pets and are handled under fair housing law.
Which utilities are included?
The listing shows yard maintenance as provided. Ask the listing agent which utilities are tenant-paid before applying.
Who can apply?
Any qualified applicant may apply. The same screening criteria apply to every applicant.
How do I schedule a showing or apply?
Contact listing agent Brian T. Becker of Absolute Realty and Management, LLC at briantbecker@gmail.com or 415-250-4904. Reference MLS #49595064.
See 1623 Avenue N ½ before it rents
For a showing, questions about the garage and alley parking, or application details, contact the listing agent directly.
Brian T. Becker, Absolute Realty and Management, LLC
Listing courtesy of Brian T. Becker, Absolute Realty and Management, LLC, 2615 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77550 (HAR MLS #49595064). Shared by JLA Realty – Omnia Elevate. Omnia Elevate is an agent development organization within JLA Realty (Universal Home Solutions, LLC), a licensed Texas real estate brokerage; Omnia Elevate is not a brokerage.
Information is from the MLS and the listing agent and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Square footage is per the appraisal district. Rent, deposit, fees, availability, and terms are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. Distances and drive times are approximate. Prospective tenants should independently verify all information. Real estate commissions are negotiable.
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