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

Looking for the perfect place to rent near San Antonio? Discover top-rated nearby cities that offer unique local charm, vibrant downtowns, and a better quality of life for renters.

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property at 1818 Hays St

$500 - $600

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1818 Hays St

San AntonioTX78202
property at 342 W Mariposa Dr

$550

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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342 W Mariposa Dr

San AntonioTX78212

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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

Go beyond the Alamo with a local expert's guide to San Antonio's best. Explore vibrant neighborhoods for renting, iconic Tex-Mex food, deep history, and hidden green spaces in the River City.

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property at 5935 Bronco Way

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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5935 Bronco Way

San AntonioTX78239

San Antonio's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Antonio and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Rhonda R Fletcher

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Antonio, TX

Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Antonio, TX area range in price from $351 to $15,352 with an overall median price of $1,260. The three San Antonio neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Five Points at $795, Near Northwest at $799, and Gillette at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Antonio Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Five Points$795$62517
Near Northwest$799$500100
Gillette$900$601107
Kingsborough Ridge$900$55058
Tierra Linda$900$55071
Valley High North$900$499130
Stablewood Farms$905$499128
Camelot$929$599196
Outer North Central$934$499447
Jefferson$945$495207

Cheapest Available San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at Lofts at Creekview in the Arena District neighborhood priced from $428. The Harrison Grant Apartments in the Dellview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $484. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Antonio apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lofts at CreekviewS2Studio,1BA$428
The Harrison Grant ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$484
Station at Elm CreekStudioStudio,1BA$495
The Keller ApartmentsStudio Apartment - 409 sq ftStudio,1BA$499
Sageland Flats at BrooksOne Bed - 715 sq ft - 30%1BR,1BA$504
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
Arbors on RustleafA11BR,1BA$549
Palatia Apartment HomesE1Studio,1BA$550
Fredericksburg Place ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$569
ParkVista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX

As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Antonio area is the $0.81 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 7560 Windsor Oaks in the in the Northeast Converse neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value San Antonio apartment is the 4x4 Flooring Model at High View starting at $710 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Bavarian Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7560 Windsor Oaks3 Beds, 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.81
High View4x4 Flooring4BR,4BA$0.53
Costa MiradaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.83
Donaldson Villas1170 sq. ft.2BR,1.5BA$0.68
Spring Time Apartments3/23BR,2BA$0.69
The Palm Tree Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Woodhill ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$0.74
Avenue at Converse2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.73
2004 Monterey St, Unit #22004 Monterey St1BR,1BA$0.86
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.58

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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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 2515 Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX with pricing that ranges from $351 to $15,352. There are also 3350 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Antonio ranging from $245 to $49,000.

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 $245 to $49,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,822.

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 $400 to $10,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $49,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $550 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

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

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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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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.