Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Hills Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (22 Rentals)

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2802 Lasses Blvd

San AntonioTX78223
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Spanish Spur
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spanish Spur

6835 Pecan Valley DrSan Antonio, TX 78223
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Southcross Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southcross Villas

3907 E Southcross BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78222
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Park at Presa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Presa

2233 SE Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78223
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Rue Leon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rue Leon Apartments

2435-2439 Hiawatha StSan Antonio, TX 78210
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Ivy Plains at Brooks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Plains at Brooks

7200 S Presa StSan Antonio, TX 78223
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City-Base Vista
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City-Base Vista

2566 Goliad RdSan Antonio, TX 78223
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Selena Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Selena Apartments

6218 S New Braunfels AveSan Antonio, TX 78223
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Lorenzo Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lorenzo Apartments

427 Montrose AveSan Antonio, TX 78223

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Highland Hills, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highland Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Hills area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at South Hill Apartments priced from $700. Ridge at Southcross has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Highland Hills apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Hill ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700
Ridge at SouthcrossStudioStudio,1BA$725
Highland Hills1A1BR,1BA$765
Marigold ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$820
Ivy Plains at BrooksA1 (+250 sqft private yard)1BR,1BA$848

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Hills, TX

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland Hills area is the $1.23 price per square foot C1-M Model at Copper Pointe in the in the East side neighborhood starting from $1,453. The second greatest value Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Copper PointeC1-M3BR,2BA$1.23
Costa AlmadenaB2-60%H2BR,2BA$1.26
Cielo Hills Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.42
Greenline NorthB1 2x22BR,2BA$1.44
The Townes Townhomes1 Bed/ 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$1.15
Masters RanchA1, A3, A41BR,1BA$1.38
The Ravello1x11BR,1BA$1.35
Sereno Park ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.32
Ivy Plains at BrooksA1 (+250 sqft private yard)1BR,1BA$1.27
Selena Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highland Hills, San Antonio, TX

Ranked #305

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including San Antonio. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Highland Hills Neighborhood in San Antonio, TX

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Hills Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Highland Hills?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Hills is under $972.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Hills?

The cheapest apartment in Highland Hills is Highland Hills which is listed at $765, while the average apartment in Highland Hills costs $1,385.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Hills?

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 42 regular apartments in Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills?

Cheap apartments in Highland Hills have an average cost of $387 which is $998 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Hills.

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