
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Southeast Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Southeast Side area of San Antonio.


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Lower Southeast Side, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Southeast Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Southeast Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $795 | $1,120 |
| Lower Southeast Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $892 | $1,346 |
| Lower Southeast Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $879 | $1,538 |
| Lower Southeast Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $1,199 | $1,199 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Southeast Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available Lower Southeast Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Southeast Side area of San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Ridge at Southcross priced from $795. River City Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Lower Southeast Side apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge at Southcross | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| River City Garden Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Marigold Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Oak Meadow Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| City-Base Vista | LACKLAND | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Southeast Side, TX
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Southeast Side area is the $1.18 price per square foot C1 Model at Sereno Park Apartments in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $1,354. The second greatest value Lower Southeast Side apartment is the A1, A3, A4 Model at Masters Ranch starting at $899 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the East side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Southeast Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sereno Park Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Masters Ranch | A1, A3, A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Ridge at Southcross | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Stella | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Spanish Crest Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Legacy Brooks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Anderson at Brooks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Oak Meadow Villa | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Marigold Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| City-Base Vista | ELLINGTON | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Southeast Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Southeast Side?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Southeast Side is Ridge at Southcross which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Lower Southeast Side costs $1,354.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Southeast 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 9 regular apartments in Lower Southeast 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 Lower Southeast Side?
Cheap apartments in Lower Southeast Side have an average cost of $559 which is $795 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Southeast Side.
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