
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (83 Rentals)
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Room in House on Avant Ave

Brigadoon Apartments

Remodeled Studio Near Awesome Downtown, Unit C

541 Hammond Ave

108 Robert E Lee

433 Kayton Ave

214 E Huff Ave

217 Lotus St

321 Verne St
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600 Monticello Ct

Mission Villas

Highland Hills

South Hill Apartments

712 Bailey Avenue

4115 S Presa St

807 E Southcross

150 Bank St

520 Prado St

Sweet Relaxing Apartment Near Fabulous Downtown, Unit B
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Newly Renovated Apartment Near Downtown, Unit 2

Ivy Plains at Brooks

1018 Chicago Blvd, Unit 2

1934 McKinley Ave, Unit B, Unit B

506 W Drexel Ave

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The St. John

Wonderful Home So Close to Downtown

128 St Francis Ave

726 Denver Blvd
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1121 Essex St

926 E Drexel Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

526 Cooper St

427 E Southcross

1515 Roosevelt Ave

427 E Southcross

1410 Avant Ave

112 Oelkers St

540 Kayton Ave

204 Mt Vernon Ct
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538 Kayton Ave

224 W Pyron Ave

MELA

Artisan at Creekside

Costa Almadena

926 E Drexel Ave

342 Vine St

SOUTH SIDE Living + Maker Spaces

129 Livingston, Unit LOFT, Unit LOFT

120 Delmar St, Unit 103
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Riverside, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $645 | $1,535 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $444 | $2,003 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $535 | $2,660 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $612 | $3,060 |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $1,350 | $6,834 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Selena Apartments priced from $555. Highland Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selena Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
| Highland Hills | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| South Hill Apartments | 1x1 SM | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Ivy Plains at Brooks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Mission Del Rio Apartment Homes | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| The St. John | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Lorenzo Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mission Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| MELA | E1.A | Studio,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, TX
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.35 price per square foot C1-M Model at Copper Pointe in the in the East side neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 311 Glamis Ave Model at 311 Glamis Ave, Unit 311 Glamis UNIT # 2 starting at $1,495 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the East side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Pointe | C1-M | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 311 Glamis Ave, Unit 311 Glamis UNIT # 2 | 311 Glamis Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Costa Almadena | B2-60%H | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| SOUTH SIDE Living + Maker Spaces | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Greenline North | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Ravello | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Mission Del Rio Apartment Homes | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Rosemont at Highland Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Rio Lofts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Ivy Plains at Brooks | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Texas including Riverside, San Antonio, and the greater San Antonio area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverside is under $959.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside is Selena Apartments which is listed at $555, while the average apartment in Riverside costs $5,528.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside?
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 137 regular apartments in Riverside 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 Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Riverside have an average cost of $634 which is $4,894 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Texas Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in San Antonio
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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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Antonio
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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.

Live and Work: Best San Antonio Neighborhoods for Rent by Employer
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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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