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Southgate on Emerald
102 Emerald AshSan Antonio, TX 78221
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City South Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (4 Rentals)
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Sosa at Palo Alto
9930 Poteet Jourdanton FwySan Antonio, TX 78224
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Esperanza At Palo Alto
12305 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78224
4015 Belby Flds
Von OrmyTX78073
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City South, San Antonio, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $988 | $480 | $1,364 |
| City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $577 | $1,819 |
| City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $664 | $2,200 |
| City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $737 | $2,245 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in City South, TX
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the City South area is the $1.40 price per square foot The Torre Model at Enclave at Medina in the in the City South neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value City South apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Palo Alto Apartment Homes starting at $1,085 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the City South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enclave at Medina | The Torre | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Southgate on Emerald | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Bristol at Somerset | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Los Arcos at Vida | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Frontera Crossing | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Imaginacion | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Villa Espada | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City South?
The cheapest apartment in City South is Esperanza At Palo Alto which is listed at $849, while the average apartment in City South costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City South?
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 71 regular apartments in City South 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 City South?
Cheap apartments in City South have an average cost of $670 which is $1,780 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City South.
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