
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Donaldson Terrace Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (59 Rentals)
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Regency Grove Apartments

Woods of Brookhollow

1624 Kentucky Ave

919 Sutton Dr

1455 Hillcrest Dr

Apartments Northwest

Vintage at Oak Hill

Apartments 36

Antonian Apartments
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3815 Ridgeline Dr

212 Placid Dr

134 Roberts St, Unit 101

Dellview Crossing Apartments

100 Senisa Dr

Pearl Park Apartments

1317 Delgado St, Unit 303

2215 N Elmendorf St

Caroline Longhorn Quarry

222 Highview Dr
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Chateau Orleans

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Donaldson Terrace, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donaldson Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donaldson Terrace Studio Apartments | $569 | $459 | $825 |
| Donaldson Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $944 | $591 | $2,049 |
| Donaldson Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $569 | $2,041 |
| Donaldson Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $1,115 | $3,678 |
| Donaldson Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,850 | $2,294 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Donaldson Terrace Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available Donaldson Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Donaldson Terrace area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at The Harrison Grant Apartments priced from $459. Woodlawn Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $569. Here are the most affordable Donaldson Terrace apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harrison Grant Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $459 |
| Woodlawn Ranch Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $569 |
| Balcones Lofts | The Balcones | 1BR,1BA | $591 |
| The Pointe at Babcock | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Regency Grove Apartments | EFF- Designer | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Dakota San Antonio | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $703 |
| Wellington Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Apartments Northwest | 1 bed\ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Vintage at Oak Hill | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Apartments 36 | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donaldson Terrace, TX
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donaldson Terrace area is the $1.11 price per square foot Oak Model at Beacon at Meridian in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $1,569. The second greatest value Donaldson Terrace 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 Donaldson Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon at Meridian | Oak | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Donaldson Villas | 1170 sq. ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.68 |
| Tigoni Villas | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Apartments Northwest | 2 bedroom\ 2 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Magnolia Flats | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Sunrise Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Apartments 36 | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Gobi Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Connally Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Balcones Lofts | The Concord | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDonaldson Terrace, San Antonio, TX
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Western San Antonio. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donaldson Terrace Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Donaldson Terrace?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Donaldson Terrace is under $779.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Donaldson Terrace?
The cheapest apartment in Donaldson Terrace is Balcones Lofts which is listed at $591, while the average apartment in Donaldson Terrace costs $1,957.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Donaldson Terrace?
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 27 regular apartments in Donaldson Terrace 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 Donaldson Terrace?
Cheap apartments in Donaldson Terrace have an average cost of $219 which is $1,738 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Donaldson Terrace.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!