Cheap Homes for Rent in the Houston Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $800 (4 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
property at 245 Losoya St

$1,050

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$1,050

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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245 Losoya St

San AntonioTX78205

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

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property at 713 E Elmira St

$1,460

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$1,460

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$1,460

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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713 E Elmira St

San AntonioTX78212

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Houston, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houston area is the $1.50 price per square foot 208 E Arsenal Model at 208 E Arsenal, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Houston apartment is the B1 Model at The Baldwin at St. Paul Square starting at $1,743 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Houston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
208 E Arsenal, Unit 1208 E Arsenal2BR,2BA$1.50
The Baldwin at St. Paul SquareB12BR,2BA$1.66
Refugio PlaceThe River Walk (B1)2BR,2BA$1.50
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.58
River View ApartmentsPotomac1BR,1BA$1.40
Cadillac Lofts - Residentialcl1x21BR,2BA$1.64
The Peanut Factory LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58
HemisView VillageA11BR,1BA$1.61
Museum Reach Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.57
Soap Factory ApartmentsS4Studio ,1BA$1.49

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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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Houston, 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 Houston

What type of rentals are currently available in Houston?

There are currently 103 Apartments for Rent in Houston, TX with pricing that ranges from $455 to $5,093. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Houston ranging from $895 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Houston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Houston ranges from $895 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,075.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.