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330 Gem Ln

San AntonioTX78204

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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2007 S Presa St

San AntonioTX78210

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Calcasieu
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Calcasieu

214 Broadway StSan Antonio, TX 78205
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Legacy at Alazan
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy at Alazan

1102 El Paso St StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Parkside Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartments

1010 N Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Vista Verde Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Verde Apartments

810 N Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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West End on Frio
2 Bedroom Apartments

West End on Frio

711 S Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Cadillac Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cadillac Lofts

317 Lexington AveSan Antonio, TX 78215

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Antonio area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments priced from $529. Soap Factory Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $554. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
Soap Factory ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$554
Granada Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$699
Trove SouthtownStudio One BathroomStudio,1BA$749
Legacy at AlazanA11BR,1BA$795
The HowardEFF1BR,1BA$799
Museum Reach LoftsA11BR,1BA$842
CalcasieuA71BR,1BA$851
Aspire at TampicoE1Studio,1BA$859
Rio LoftsA21BR,1BA$898

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Antonio, TX

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Antonio area is the $1.46 price per square foot 210 E Arsenal Model at 210 E Arsenal, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Downtown San Antonio apartment is the 121-1 Model at Blue Star Arts Complex starting at $1,600 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
210 E Arsenal, Unit 1210 E Arsenal2BR,2BA$1.46
Blue Star Arts Complex121-11BR,1BA$1.35
208 E Arsenal, Unit 1208 E Arsenal2BR,2BA$1.59
Refugio PlaceThe River Walk (B1)2BR,2BA$1.34
River View ApartmentsPotomac1BR,1BA$1.45
Legacy at AlazanB12BR,2BA$1.40
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior ApartmentsAffordable1BR,1BA$1.14
Rio LoftsA1BR,1BA$1.36
The HowardA11BR,1BA$1.50
Museum Reach LoftsE1Studio ,1BA$1.58

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Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Antonio. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Antonio Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown San Antonio?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown San Antonio is under $898.

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

The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Antonio is Soap Factory Apartments which is listed at $647, while the average apartment in Downtown San Antonio costs $3,999.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 104 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown San Antonio?

Cheap apartments in Downtown San Antonio have an average cost of $330 which is $3,669 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown San Antonio.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.