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Corpus Christi, TX

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A thriving community on the South Texas coast

Beach Bayfront Tourism Entertainment Historic Dining

Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Corpus Christi is a fairly large city with a unique personality combining elements of a coastal getaway and a modern metropolis. Corpus Christi has some of Texas’ best beaches, bayside parks, and waterfront homes. With access to several bodies of water, windsurfing, fishing, kiteboarding, and other watersports are extremely popular. Padre Island, Mustang Island, and North Beach all have their own special atmospheres and give renters access to a variety of activities. The fun doesn’t stop at the beach either. Corpus Christi has plenty of entertainment options for any age to enjoy. Families flock to trampoline parks, waterparks, and amusement parks offering classic activities from bounces houses to go-karts. Renters adore the museums, theaters, bars, and live entertainment venues like Whataburger Stadium downtown. Corpus Christi was also home to the “Queen of Tejano”, Selena Quintanilla, so be sure to visit her memorial downtown or the Selena Museum to learn about one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of all time.

If you’re feeling hungry, there are tons of eateries across town. Of course, seafood is king but you can also find Texan staples like Tex-Mex and barbecue. Of course, tourism helps the city’s economy, but the Port of Corpus Christi, the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, and Corpus Christi Army Depot are major economic drivers for the city as well. The city is also the permanent home of the aircraft carrier USS “Lexington,” which spends its retirement as a floating museum. With all of this to offer and more, Corpus Christi is your dream beach community elevated with the perks of city living — now you just have to find your apartment to make it come true.

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Corpus Christi skyline

View of bridge from the water

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Corpus Christi, TX is $828 for a studio, $1,011 for one bedroom, $1,219 for two bedrooms, and $1,504 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Corpus Christi has decreased by -0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,011/month
688 Sq Ft
House
$1,882/month
1,390 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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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.

Schools

Windsor Park G/T

Public

Grades 1-5

609 Students

10
out of 10

Kolda Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

879 Students

9
out of 10

Barnes Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

658 Students

9
out of 10

Faye Webb Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

711 Students

8
out of 10

Calallen West Int

Public

Grades 3-5

449 Students

8
out of 10

London Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

393 Students

10
out of 10

Flour Bluff J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

919 Students

8
out of 10

Calallen High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,180 Students

7
out of 10

Calallen Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

968 Students

7
out of 10

Tuloso-Midway Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

801 Students

7
out of 10

London High School

Public

Grades 9-12

507 Students

9
out of 10

Calallen High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,180 Students

7
out of 10

Flour Bluff High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,958 Students

6
out of 10

Veterans Memorial High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,949 Students

6
out of 10

Ray High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,640 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center
  • Corpus Christi Museum of Science & Industry
  • South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center
  • Texas State Aquarium

Airports

  • Corpus Christi International

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Living in Corpus Christi

Restaurants

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An apartment in the Bay Area also puts you close to fresh seafood straight from the Gulf. Restaurants like Dragonfly and Water Street Oyster Bar serve fresh sushi, southern-style crawfish and fresh fish tacos. You can take in the view of the bay while eating some its freshest food.

Live close to some of the best barbeque restaurants in the city in family-friendly Calallen. Experience the sweet and tangy taste of the state’s staple food at places like Cotton’s BBQ and Texas A1. The family-style options at barbeque restaurants make these restaurants a perfect fit in Calallen.

Try the area of Central City as the place for standard cuisines at mom-and-pop restaurants. Central city features many chain restaurants, American cuisine and Italian food. Take the kids to the nearby Frank’s Spaghetti House or Luciano’s Italian Restaurant and enjoy great taste without breaking the bank.

Transportation

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Corpus Christi has transportation options for the neighborhoods within the city. Fly into Corpus Christi via the international airport just outside Central City. The suburban areas of the city is best if you have your own car, while Downtown, Bay Area and Central City living give you the green option of using the city’s trolley and shuttle system. The island areas offer plenty of bike trails for an adventurous mode of transportation.

Parks

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With its stunning beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, Mustang Island State Park is the most popular park in Corpus Christi for locals and visitors alike.

Cost

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Rental rates for apartments in Corpus Christi average around $950 per month, with single-bedroom units averaging just over $800 and two-bedroom units averaging just over $1000.

Highlights

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Texas State Aquarium, NAS Corpus Christi, Mustang Island, marina, Harbor Bridge, Whataburger Field, Performing Arts Center, skyline

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