Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX from $400 (1,388 Rentals)

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The Keller
$499 - $1,249
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$389 - $1,139
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The Keller

2503 Jackson Keller RdSan Antonio, TX 78230
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Palatia Apartment Homes
$499 - $835
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$429 - $765
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$499 - $835
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Palatia Apartment Homes

10362 Sahara StSan Antonio, TX 78216
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Astra
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$620 - $1,195
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$605 - $1,180
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$620 - $1,195
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Astra

11845 West AveSan Antonio, TX 78216
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property at 1323 Lamar St

$625 - $999

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1323 Lamar St

San AntonioTX78202

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Torino Villas
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$649 - $1,449
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$598 - $1,398
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$649 - $1,449
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Torino Villas

7626 Callaghan RdSan Antonio, TX 78229
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The Escapade
$649 - $1,664
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$619 - $1,634
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$649 - $1,664
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The Escapade

7600 Blanco RdSan Antonio, TX 78216
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property at 419 Peabody Ave

$650 - $750

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419 Peabody Ave

San AntonioTX78211

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San Antonio, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Antonio, TX

Pricing Updated: 02/10/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Antonio, TX area range in price from $444 to $33,825 with an overall median price of $4,494. The three San Antonio neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Springvale at $557, Kingsborough Ridge at $600, and Mission Del Lago at $799. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Antonio Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Springvale$1,150$557122
Kingsborough Ridge$1,185$60056
Mission Del Lago$1,201$79966
Great Northwest$1,290$8974
Near Northwest$1,290$70569
Goldfield$1,295$7006
Lower Southeast Side$1,302$72548
Kelly$1,340$7755
Quintana$1,341$65015
Tierra Linda$1,341$60026

Cheapest Available San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at The Legacy at Piedmont - Seniors 62 and over in the Arena District neighborhood priced from $426. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Legacy at Piedmont - Seniors 62 and overA1301BR,1BA$426
Arbor At Centerbrook1 Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$446
Museum Reach LoftsE1Studio,1BA$450
The Harrison Grant ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$459
The KellerE1Studio,1BA$499
Palatia Apartment HomesE3Studio,1BA$499
Silver Creek ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$508
The Pointe at BabcockStudioStudio,1BA$525
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
Mesquite Trails at BrooksOne Bed/One Bath - 732 sq ft - 30% AMI1BR,1BA$543

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX

As of February 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Antonio area is the $0.74 price per square foot C2 3x3.5 Model at Henley Park in the in the Outer Northwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value San Antonio apartment is the F1P Model at City Summit Apartments starting at $960 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the Outer Northwest Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Henley ParkC2 3x3.53BR,3.5BA$0.74
City Summit ApartmentsF1P2BR,2BA$0.78
Donaldson Villas1170 sq. ft.2BR,1.5BA$0.68
Las Villas De Leon ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$0.86
Spring Time Apartments3/23BR,2BA$0.69
The Palm Tree Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.65
MaderaB22BR,2BA$0.86
Arbor At Centerbrook1 Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$0.59
Sageland Flats at BrooksA1 ADA - One Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$0.80
Museum Reach LoftsE1Studio ,1BA$0.82

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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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San Antonio, TX Area Reviews

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Rhonda • 4+ years in San Antonio

February 25, 2025

There 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 $543.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Antonio?

The cheapest apartment in San Antonio is The Legacy at Piedmont - Seniors 62 and over which is listed at $426, while the average apartment in San Antonio costs $4,494.

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 19,213 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 $390 which is $4,104 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Antonio.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Texas Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in San Antonio

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for San Antonio, Texas. Welcome to San Antone', the smallest big city in Texas. San Antonio has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Antonio

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

Hi, I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert and your guide to places to live around San Antonio colleges and universities. San Antonio, Texas, is one of the most dynamic cities in the Southwest.

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Live and Work: Best San Antonio Neighborhoods for Rent by Employer

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

Hello, I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio has always been a major part of my life. I'm glad to share my thoughts with you.

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Discover the SATX Local Vibe: An Insiders Look Into the Life of Renting in San Antonio

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Remember the Alamo? Who could forget, right? But what else does the historic San Antonio, Texas, have to offer besides this national park complex? Hi! I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert on San Antonio.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.