
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (116 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Central San Antonio area of San Antonio.


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North Central San Antonio, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central San Antonio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central San Antonio Studio Apartments | $657 | $549 | $802 |
| North Central San Antonio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $595 | $1,995 |
| North Central San Antonio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $699 | $2,250 |
| North Central San Antonio 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,265 | $4,000 |
| North Central San Antonio 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,599 | $1,599 |
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There are currently 116 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the North Central San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available North Central San Antonio Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central San Antonio area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at Palatia Apartment Homes priced from $550. Villa Rodriguez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable North Central San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palatia Apartment Homes | E1 | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Villa Rodriguez | 1x1 474 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Astra | Studio | Studio,1BA | $615 |
| Chestnut Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| Sunset Canyon | E1 | Studio,1BA | $622 |
| The Mila Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| The Lennox | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Solara Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Avienda | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $694 |
| Villa Navarone | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Upstairs Apartment with 670 Sq... | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central San Antonio, TX
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central San Antonio area is the $0.97 price per square foot D1 Model at The Palms at 8800 in the in the North Central San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value North Central San Antonio apartment is the C1 Model at Distinction Apartment Homes starting at $1,295 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the North Central San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palms at 8800 | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Distinction Apartment Homes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Broken Oak Townhomes | Charter Oak | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Sahara Suites Apartments | 2 bedroom, 1 bath - Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Broadway Place | 2 Bedroom - Medium | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Summer Creek Apartments | Two bedroom/Two bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Moss Landing | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Uptown Heights | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Villa Navarone | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Downstairs Apartment with 670 ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Biltmore Park Apartments | A11 670 | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central San Antonio Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central San Antonio?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central San Antonio is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central San Antonio?
The cheapest apartment in North Central San Antonio is Villa Rodriguez which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in North Central San Antonio costs $1,079.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central San Antonio?
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 86 regular apartments in North Central San Antonio 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 North Central San Antonio?
Cheap apartments in North Central San Antonio have an average cost of $150 which is $929 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Central San Antonio.
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