Victoria is a city in Victoria County, Texas, United States. As of the 2000 U.S. Census, the city had a total population of 60,603. The Victoria metropolitan area had an estimated population of 221,417 in seven counties which is usually referred to as the 'Golden Crescent'. Victoria is the principal city of and is included in the Victoria, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is the county seat of Victoria County. It is the cathedral city of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria in Texas. Victoria is home to Victoria College, the University of Houston–Victoria, MLB players Doug Drabek and Ron Gant and WWE wrestler Stone Cold Steve Austin. Victoria is currently one of the state's fastest growing cities. Victoria apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Victoria apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.