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3815 E Commerce StSan Antonio, TX 78220
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Village at Roosevelt
1507-1515 Roosevelt AveSan Antonio, TX 78210
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Museum Reach Lofts
1500 N Saint Marys StSan Antonio, TX 78215
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Sosa at Palo Alto
9930 Poteet Jourdanton FwySan Antonio, TX 78224
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Horizon Pointe Apartments
2411 Woodlake PkySan Antonio, TX 78244
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Mesquite Trails at Brooks
8251 S New BraunfelsSan Antonio, TX 78235
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Residences at Pearsall Park
5415 Ray Ellison BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78242
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The Keller
2503 Jackson Keller RdSan Antonio, TX 78230
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Palatia Apartment Homes
10362 Sahara StSan Antonio, TX 78216
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Moss Landing
12301 Blanco RdSan Antonio, TX 78216
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Westlake Villas
1455 Cable Ranch RdSan Antonio, TX 78245
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Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments
400 N Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Sageland Flats at Brooks
2835 Research PlzSan Antonio, TX 78235
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Tuscany Park Apartments
1200 Patricia DrSan Antonio, TX 78213
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The Escapade
7600 Blanco RdSan Antonio, TX 78216
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Aspire at Tampico
218 Tampico StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Leon Creek Flats
7515 Holm RdSan Antonio, TX 78242
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Alamo Estates
8000 Midcrown DrSan Antonio, TX 78218
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Woodlawn Ranch Apartments
330 W Cheryl DrSan Antonio, TX 78228
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ParkVista Apartments
5470 W Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
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The Lennox
1400 Patricia DrSan Antonio, TX 78213
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Bronco Apartments
8228 Bronco LnSan Antonio, TX 78227
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Villa Rodriguez
3270 Nacogdoches RdSan Antonio, TX 78217
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Cornerstone At Overlook
4934 Woodstone DrSan Antonio, TX 78230
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Iron Horse Valley Apartments
2439 NE Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78217
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10533 Starcrest DrSan Antonio, TX 78217
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Astra
11845 West AveSan Antonio, TX 78216
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Henley Park
3815 Parkdale StSan Antonio, TX 78229
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Grove
11955 Parliament StSan Antonio, TX 78216
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1414 Caceres Spur
1414 Caceres SpurSan Antonio, TX 78224
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1414 Caceres Spur
1414 Caceres SpurSan Antonio, TX 78224
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Valor Hill Apartments
9203 Cinnamon Hill DrSan Antonio, TX 78240
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Brigadoon Apartments
3550 S Gevers StSan Antonio, TX 78210
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Brixton
2555 NE Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78217
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Torino Villas Apartments
7626 Callaghan RdSan Antonio, TX 78229
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Barcelo Apartments
3501 Pin Oak DrSan Antonio, TX 78229
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Spice Creek
8802 Cinnamon CrkSan Antonio, TX 78240
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Regency Grove Apartments
1830 Bandera RdSan Antonio, TX 78228
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The Howard
235 Howard StSan Antonio, TX 78212
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Silver Oaks Apartments
7585 Ingram RdSan Antonio, TX 78251
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Sundance Apartment Homes
4615 Gardendale DrSan Antonio, TX 78240
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Amber Hill
5335-5341 NW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78229
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Aviator at Brooks
8000-8012 Aeromedical RdSan Antonio, TX 78235
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The Parker
6600 Fairdale DrSan Antonio, TX 78218
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The Clara
10707 W Interstate 10San Antonio, TX 78230
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The Archer
11600 Huebner RdSan Antonio, TX 78230
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San Antonio, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Antonio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap San Antonio Studio Apartments | $1,120 | $428 | $2,456 |
| Cheap San Antonio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $444 | $4,526 |
| Cheap San Antonio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $519 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Antonio 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $556 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Antonio 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $600 | $7,564 |
| San Antonio 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,585 | $829 | $10,000+ |
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San Antonio, TX Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Antonio, TX
Pricing Updated: 03/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Antonio, TX area range in price from $428 to $28,464 with an overall median price of $5,183. The three San Antonio neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Near Northwest at $695, Kingsborough Ridge at $625, and Springvale at $487. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Antonio Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Near Northwest | $1,122 | $695 | 86 |
| Kingsborough Ridge | $1,175 | $625 | 64 |
| Springvale | $1,240 | $487 | 156 |
| Mission Del Lago | $1,250 | $725 | 62 |
| Northwest Crossing | $1,250 | $1,225 | 2 |
| Port San Antonio | $1,287 | $487 | 144 |
| Great Northwest | $1,290 | $897 | 1 |
| Los Jardines | $1,315 | $565 | 83 |
| Dellview | $1,320 | $775 | 11 |
| Candlewood Park | $1,338 | $482 | 76 |
Cheapest Available San Antonio Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at Lofts at Creekview in the Arena District neighborhood priced from $428. Arbor At Centerbrook in the Bridlewood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $446. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Antonio apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Creekview | S2 | Studio,1BA | $428 |
| Arbor At Centerbrook | 1 Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $446 |
| The Harrison Grant Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $484 |
| Palatia Apartment Homes | E3 | Studio,1BA | $499 |
| Moss Landing | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $499 |
| The Keller | E1 | Studio,1BA | $499 |
| Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $529 |
| Sageland Flats at Brooks | A2 ADA - One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $543 |
| The Escapade | E1 | Studio,1BA | $549 |
| Lofts on Main | C2c- Shared Living | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX
As of March 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Antonio area is the $0.87 price per square foot 11136 El Sendero St Model at 11136 El Sendero St, Unit #4 in the in the Valencia neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value San Antonio apartment is the 1170 sq. ft. Model at Donaldson Villas starting at $800 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Near Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11136 El Sendero St, Unit #4 | 11136 El Sendero St | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
| Donaldson Villas | 1170 sq. ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.68 |
| Las Villas De Leon Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Spring Time Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| The Palm Tree Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| The Pointe at Babcock | 2x1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Madera | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Arbor At Centerbrook | 1 Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| Sageland Flats at Brooks | A1 ADA - One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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San Antonio Overview
San Antonio, Texas is the seventh largest city in the country, but it doesn’t feel that way. Described as a big city without the big city feel, San Antonio has something that will appeal to everyone. Whether you are a student who loves the art scene, a young professional who loves the night life, or a mom or dad who loves history, you’ll fall in love with this unique city. You’ll quickly find that San Antonio has much, much more to offer than just the Alamo and Tex-Mex food.
Why live in San Antonio, TX?
San Antonio has an eclectic mix of art, history, sports, great food, and family activities. There is something to do for everyone, in every season. Downtown San Antonio is vibrant and active, drawing locals as well as tourists. If you love to be out in nature, San Antonio is a bicycle friendly city, and there are many outdoor activities and natural scenic destinations to visit.
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Rhonda • 4+ years in San Antonio
February 25, 2025There are so many positive things to list about San Antonio. It is crazy affordable for a large city with so much to see and do in addition to the RiverWalk. Childcare and veterinary care is reasonable. There are housing options for both rentals and purchasing. The restaurant scene is impressive, including trendy small plates and established community favorites. The traffic is not the best, but it is a big, sprawling city.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Antonio Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Antonio?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Antonio is under $549.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Antonio?
The cheapest apartment in San Antonio is Lofts at Creekview which is listed at $444, while the average apartment in San Antonio costs $5,183.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Antonio?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30,733 regular apartments in San Antonio that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Antonio?
Cheap apartments in San Antonio have an average cost of $424 which is $4,759 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Antonio.
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