
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Brigadoon Apartments

606 Morningview Dr

433 Kayton Ave

600 Monticello Ct

Highland Hills

712 Bailey Avenue

Ridge at Southcross
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The Bella Apartments

1018 Chicago Blvd, Unit 2

726 Denver Blvd

342 Vine St

1410 Avant Ave

526 Cooper St

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Masters Ranch

Villas at Echo East

2007 Wyoming St

540 Kayton Ave

538 Kayton Ave

Costa Almadena

342 Vine St

1126 Bailey Ave
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The Ivy

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The Place At Commerce

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226 Belmont
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2407 S New Braunfels Ave

1506 Schley Ave

Lorenzo Apartments

1121 Essex St

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East side, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East side Studio Apartments | $747 | $645 | $850 |
| East side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $695 | $1,200 |
| East side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $750 | $1,369 |
| East side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $950 | $1,695 |
| East side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,375 | $3,232 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available East side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East side area of San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Selena Apartments priced from $555. Highland Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable East side apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selena Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
| Highland Hills | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Ridge at Southcross | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| River City Garden Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Oak Meadow Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Rue Leon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lorenzo Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Masters Ranch | A1, A3, A4 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| DELMAR PLACE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Bella Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East side, TX
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the East side area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at 302 Cooper St in the in the East side neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East side apartment is the B2-60%H Model at Costa Almadena starting at $1,202 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the East side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 302 Cooper St | 4 Bed/ 2 Bath | 4BR,4BA | $1.28 |
| Costa Almadena | B2-60%H | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Rue Leon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Copper Pointe | A1-M | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Masters Ranch | A1, A3, A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Rosemont at Highland Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| DELMAR PLACE APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Bella Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ridge at Southcross | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Oak Meadow Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East side?
The cheapest apartment in East side is Selena Apartments which is listed at $555, while the average apartment in East side costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East side?
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 31 regular apartments in East side 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 East side?
Cheap apartments in East side have an average cost of $516 which is $984 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East side.
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