Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $600 (22 Rentals)

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property at 421 Howard St

$895 - $950

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$895 - $950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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421 Howard St

San AntonioTX78212

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property at 122 Biering St

$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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122 Biering St

San AntonioTX78210

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property at 271 E Lambert St

$1,250

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$1,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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271 E Lambert St

San AntonioTX78204
property at 157 Arlington Ct #1

$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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157 Arlington Ct #1

San AntonioTX78210

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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 1 Bed unit found at The St. John priced from $469. Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $529. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The St. JohnA41BR,1BA$469
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
Soap Factory ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$554
Aspire at TampicoS65 50% AFFStudio,1BA$784
Legacy at AlazanA11BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Antonio, TX

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Antonio area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Peanut Factory Lofts in the in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown San Antonio apartment is the 208 E Arsenal Model at 208 E Arsenal, Unit 1 starting at $1,650 with a $1.50 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.
The Peanut Factory Lofts3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.32
208 E Arsenal, Unit 1208 E Arsenal2BR,2BA$1.50
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.58
1114 S San Marcos, Unit 11114 S San Marcos3BR,1BA$1.33
River View ApartmentsPotomac1BR,1BA$1.34
Legacy at AlazanB12BR,2BA$1.40
Cadillac Lofts - Residentialcl1x11BR,1BA$1.28
Refugio PlaceThe Fiesta (A1)1BR,1BA$1.18
Rio LoftsA21BR,1BA$1.44
Soap Factory ApartmentsS3Studio ,1BA$1.52

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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

Looking for an apartment in San Antonio? Discover the best neighborhoods to rent near major employers like HEB, USAA, and the Medical Center. Find the perfect fit for your commute and lifestyle.

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the San Antonio metro area. Find your perfect SATX Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Antonio

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Antonio?

There are currently 147 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Antonio, TX with pricing that ranges from $455 to $10,437. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Antonio ranging from $650 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Antonio?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Antonio ranges from $650 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,067.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.