
Cheap Homes for Rent in North Downtown Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $600 (25 Rentals)
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415 W Mistletoe Ave

421 Howard St

2420 McCullough Ave, Unit 14C

812 W Russell Pl, Unit 814 B

143 Valdez Pl
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505 Wilmington Ave, Unit B

909 N Mesquite St

424 E Ashby Pl

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1319

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 2469

325 E French Pl
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143 E Woodlawn Ave

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1219

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 2474

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 2370

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1119

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1251
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423 N Mesquite St

314 Baltimore Ave

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1214

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 2463

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1347

1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1253
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1415 N Main Ave, Unit 1353
North Downtown, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,725 | $950 | $2,000 |
| North Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,531 | $1,325 | $4,200 |
| North Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,349 | $1,899 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Downtown Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available North Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Downtown area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments priced from $529. Lofts on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $549. Here are the most affordable North Downtown 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 |
| Lofts on Main | C2c- Shared Living | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| Soap Factory Apartments | S3 | Studio,1BA | $609 |
| Cadillac Lofts - Residential | cl1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $654 |
| Laurel Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, TX
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Downtown area is the $0.88 price per square foot cl2x2 Model at Cadillac Lofts - Residential in the in the Midtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,340. The second greatest value North Downtown apartment is the 1820 McCullough Ave Model at 1820 McCullough Ave, Unit 202 starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Midtown San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Lofts - Residential | cl2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 1820 McCullough Ave, Unit 202 | 1820 McCullough Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| River View Apartments | Potomac | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 719 W French Plz, Unit 3 | 719 W French Plz | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| One Eleven Park | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Compound at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Museum Reach Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Laurel Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Soap Factory Apartments | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about North Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in North Downtown?
There are currently 159 Apartments for Rent in North Downtown, TX with pricing that ranges from $455 to $11,000. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Downtown ranging from $650 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Downtown ranges from $650 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,939.
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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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