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SOSA at Palo Alto
9930 Poteet Jourdanton FwySan Antonio, TX 78224
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13214 Ashworth Blvd
San AntonioTX78221
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Southgate on Emerald
102 Emerald AshSan Antonio, TX 78221
685 Englehart
San AntonioTX78264
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Esperanza At Palo Alto
12305 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78224
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10127 S State Hwy 16San Antonio, TX 78224
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1803 Marshall C...San Antonio, TX 78214
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1327 Mission GrandeSan Antonio, TX 78221
1311 Sanco St
San AntonioTX78214
685 Englehart
San AntonioTX78264
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Villa Espada
12910 Clubhouse BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78221
3230 S Loop 1604 E
San AntonioTX78264
1451 Neria Lp
San AntonioTX78224
4015 Belby Flds
Von OrmyTX78073
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Bristol at Somerset
12955 Fischer RdVon Ormy, TX 78073
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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 | $936 | $749 | $1,077 |
| City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $553 | $1,487 |
| City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $601 | $2,430 |
| City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $667 | $2,305 |
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Cheapest Available City South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City South area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at SOSA at Palo Alto priced from $553. Southgate on Emerald has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $602. Here are the most affordable City South apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOSA at Palo Alto | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $553 |
| Southgate on Emerald | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $602 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Alegria | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $750 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City South, TX
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the City South area is the $1.46 price per square foot The Torre Model at Enclave at Medina in the in the City South neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value City South apartment is the D2 Model at Frontera Crossing starting at $1,901 with a $1.38 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 | $1.46 |
| Frontera Crossing | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Villa Espada | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| SOSA at Palo Alto | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.62 |
| Bristol at Somerset | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Southgate on Emerald | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Reserve at Lone Oak | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Imaginacion | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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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 $749, while the average apartment in City South costs $1,048.
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 89 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 $814 which is $234 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City South.
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