
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Market Square Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments

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Aspire at Tampico

Soap Factory Apartments

107 Jesus Alley, Unit 3

703 N San Marcos

Exchange Building

Main Plaza Apartments
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710 S Medina

229 Grenet St

The Peanut Factory Lofts

Cadillac Lofts - Residential

Granada Senior Living

Heritage Plaza

910 N Frio St

319 S Flores St, Unit 104
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Acero

Refugio Place

602 Chihuahua St

Augusta Flats

100 Labor Downtown Apartments

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1114 S San Marcos, Unit 1, Unit 1

The Continental Residences
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221 Lexington Ave, Unit 317, Unit 317

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Inspire Downtown

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Agave

638 W Elmira St, Unit 101

614 Chihuahua St

213 Cadwallader St

The Howard

512-516 E Quincy St
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Calcasieu

Legacy at Alazan

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1209 El Paso St

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THE'68

302 Madison St

1010 South Flores

110 Auditorium Cir
Market Square, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Market Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $455 | $2,155 |
| Market Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $653 | $4,265 |
| Market Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $529 | $10,000+ |
| Market Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,254 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Market Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,475 | $1,475 |
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Cheapest Available Market Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Market Square area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments priced from $529. Soap Factory Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $609. Here are the most affordable Market Square apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $529 |
| Soap Factory Apartments | S3 | Studio,1BA | $609 |
| The Howard | EFF | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Aspire at Tampico | S65 50% AFF | Studio,1BA | $784 |
| Legacy at Alazan | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Calcasieu | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Main Plaza Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Peanut Factory Lofts | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Cadillac Lofts - Residential | cl1x2 | 1BR,2BA | $1,012 |
| Museum Reach Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Market Square, TX
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Market Square area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Peanut Factory Lofts in the in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Market Square apartment is the 210 E Arsenal Model at 210 E Arsenal, Unit 1 starting at $1,750 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Downtown San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Market Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peanut Factory Lofts | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.32 |
| 210 E Arsenal, Unit 1 | 210 E Arsenal | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 208 E Arsenal, Unit 1 | 208 E Arsenal | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 1114 S San Marcos, Unit 1 | 1114 S San Marcos | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Legacy at Alazan | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Cadillac Lofts - Residential | cl1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Refugio Place | The Fiesta (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Museum Reach Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Howard | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Antonio, TX. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Market Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Market Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Market Square is under $1,023.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Market Square?
The cheapest apartment in Market Square is The Howard which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in Market Square costs $4,116.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Market Square?
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 151 regular apartments in Market Square 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 Market Square?
Cheap apartments in Market Square have an average cost of $548 which is $3,568 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Market Square.
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