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Galena Park's claim to historical fame happened on April 19, 1836. General Sam Houston pulled up the floor of the Batterson House and used it to make rafts to carry his army across Buffalo Bayou. Once across, his army defeated General Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto and consequently, won independence for Texas.
What began as Clinton in 1835 as a small settlement that served as a farming and ranching community has grown to include 10,887 residents (2010 U.S. Census data) who now refer to this city as Galena Park. It was named after the Galena Signal Oil Company of Texas which built the very first refinery there. The city was incorporated September 21, 1935, and began to shift focus from farming and ranching to cotton and the oil industry. Located eight miles east of Houston, between I-10 and the Pasadena Fwy., Galena Park blossomed with it's larger neighbor when the Port of Houston began to see a surge in traffic. See more
Studio apartments could offer the best of Galena Park living at a less expensive price tag than larger units. Look for the best buildings near entertainment, dining, and public transportation or highway access.
Ask about the square footage of studio apartments in Galena Park during your tour. Even a little extra space in another building can offer more room for storage or an additional chair. Consider the layout and what you can accomplish before you sign. You should have enough room for your bed, a small sitting area, and a dining table. You can always get creative and loft your bed to save on space underneath or install a fold-down table or desk that tucks away.