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Renting the Hill Country: A Guide to Top Hidden Gems Towns to Rent Near San Antonio

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property at 1818 Hays St
$500 - $600
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
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1818 Hays St

San AntonioTX78202

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property at 3810 Kurz Plz S
$550
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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3810 Kurz Plz S

San AntonioTX78211
property at 12307 Tower Frst
$600

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Total Monthly Price$600
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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12307 Tower Frst

San AntonioTX78253

Discover the SATX Local Vibe: An Insiders Look Into the Life of Renting in San Antonio

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property at 7919 Martinelli
$625 - $700
1 Bedroom Rentals
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7919 Martinelli

San AntonioTX78253
property at 632 Rigsby Ave
$650

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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632 Rigsby Ave

San AntonioTX78210

San Antonio's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 3243 Nacogdoches Rd
$695

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3243 Nacogdoches Rd

San AntonioTX78217

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San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in San Antonio, TX

Pricing Updated: 09/21/2026

Current rental homes in the San Antonio, TX area range in price from $220 to $12,000 with an overall median price of $1,686. The three San Antonio neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lackland Terrace at $1,000, Eastwood Village at $1,117, and Palm Heights at $1,135. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Antonio Homes for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lackland Terrace$1,000$8257
Eastwood Village$1,117$1,0352
Palm Heights$1,135$74512
Roosevelt Park$1,200$6507
Thompson$1,225$7456
Uptown San Antonio$1,225$67524
Quintana$1,243$74521
Greater Gardendale$1,250$69534
Skyline Park$1,250$1,2501
Wheatley Heights$1,260$1,0357

Cheapest Available San Antonio Homes for Rent

 

The cheapest available rental home in San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed home found at 3127 War Arrow Dr in the Shadow Mist neighborhood priced from $240. 7918 Misty Forest in the Northeast Converse neighborhood has the second lowest priced home, which is a 1 Bed rental home currently listed from $255. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Antonio homes for rent:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3127 War Arrow Dr3127 War Arrow Dr1BR, 1BA$240
7918 Misty Forest7918 Misty Forest1BR, 1BA$255
3607 Rock Creek Run3607 Rock Creek Run1BR, 1BA$270
5942 Brook Falls5942 Brook Falls1BR, 1BA$280
7559 Glen Mont Dr7559 Glen Mont Dr1BR, 1BA$300
1022 Baden1022 Baden1BR, 1BA$300
14711 Mountainside Ridge14711 Mountainside Ridge1BR, 1BA$300
8827 Rue De Lis8827 Rue De Lis1BR, 1BA$300
14102 N Hills Village Dr14102 N Hills Village Dr1BR, 1BA$320
Room in Single Family Home on Brettonwood DrRoom in Single Family Home on Brettonwood Dr1BR, 1BA$405

Best Value Homes for Rent in San Antonio, TX

As of September 21, 2026 the best value rental home in the San Antonio area is the $0.07 price per square foot 9687 Chelmsford Dr Model at 9687 Chelmsford Dr in the Northeast Converse neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value San Antonio rental home is the 11315 Clearmine St Model at 11315 Clearmine St in the City South neighborhood starting at $1,600 with a $0.29 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Antonio homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9687 Chelmsford Dr9687 Chelmsford Dr5BR, 2BA$0.07
11315 Clearmine St11315 Clearmine St3BR, 3BA$0.29
335 E Rosewood Ave335 E Rosewood Ave1BR, 2BA$0.27
11303 Camassia11303 Camassia5BR, 2.5BA$0.25
1317 Wooded Knoll1317 Wooded Knoll4BR, 2BA$0.21
Room in Single Family Home on Ceremony CoveRoom in Single Family Home on Ceremony Cove1BR, 1BA$0.24
Room in Single Family Home on Welch HallowRoom in Single Family Home on Welch Hallow1BR, 1BA$0.25
12307 Tower Frst12307 Tower Frst4BR, 2BA$0.32
Room in Single Family Home on Repeating WyRoom in Single Family Home on Repeating Wy1BR, 1BA$0.32
Room in Single Family Home on Maple TerRoom in Single Family Home on Maple Ter1BR, 1BA$0.28

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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

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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

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Rhonda • 4+ years in San Antonio

February 25, 2025

There are so many positive things to list about San Antonio. It is crazy affordable for a large city with so much to see and do in addition to the RiverWalk. Childcare and veterinary care is reasonable. There are housing options for both rentals and purchasing. The restaurant scene is impressive, including trendy small plates and established community favorites. The traffic is not the best, but it is a big, sprawling city.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Antonio

What type of rentals are currently available in San Antonio?

There are currently 2510 Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX with pricing that ranges from $214 to $22,457. There are also 3002 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Antonio ranging from $220 to $12,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Antonio ranges from $220 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,787.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Antonio?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Antonio range from $214 to $16,032, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $6,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $667.

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Renting the Hill Country: A Guide to Top Hidden Gems Towns to Rent Near San Antonio

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

San Antonio, Texas. Just mentioning its name conjures both a lazy river town, complete with historic nostalgia, and a vision for the future. Hi! I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert on San Antonio.

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Discover the SATX Local Vibe: An Insider's 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.

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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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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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