
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South San Antonio area of San Antonio.


Leon Creek Flats

ParkVista Apartments

419 Peabody Ave

119 Aldrich Dr

119 Aldrich Dr

602 Lovett Ave

Woodhaven Apartments
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119 Aldrich Dr

119 Aldrich Dr

9433 Somerset Wy

Port Royal Apartment Homes

115 Darson Marie Dr

131 Darson Marie Dr

Esperanza At Palo Alto

The Scott at Medio Creek
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2907 Observation Dr

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Westwood Plaza

Darby Square

Roselawn

Winston Square

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Arbors on Rustleaf
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5470 Military Dr W

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Casablanca

518 Briggs St

Hacienda Apartments

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2907-2911 Observation
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Antonio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South San Antonio Studio Apartments | $748 | $570 | $964 |
| South San Antonio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $858 | $481 | $1,380 |
| South San Antonio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $557 | $1,773 |
| South San Antonio 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $664 | $1,669 |
| South San Antonio 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $737 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available South San Antonio Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South San Antonio area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Leon Creek Flats priced from $557. ParkVista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $570. Here are the most affordable South San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon Creek Flats | 2Bed 2Bath 887 | 2BR,2BA | $557 |
| ParkVista Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Darby Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Arbors on Rustleaf | EFF2 | Studio,1BA | $640 |
| 518 Briggs St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Scott at Medio Creek | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Alegria | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| 2907-2911 Observation | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Annex- New | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Antonio, TX
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South San Antonio area is the $1.21 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Palo Alto Apartment Homes in the in the City South neighborhood starting from $1,576. The second greatest value South San Antonio apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Costa Mirada starting at $1,009 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the United Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Costa Mirada | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Hunters Glen Townhomes | Two Bedroom | Two Baths MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Madison | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Woodhaven Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Summit at Benavides Park | 1x1 - 814 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 518 Briggs St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Freedom Hills Ranch | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Scott at Medio Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Imaginacion | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Antonio Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South San Antonio?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South San Antonio is under $815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South San Antonio?
The cheapest apartment in South San Antonio is Darby Square which is listed at $599, while the average apartment in South San Antonio costs $1,474.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 78 regular apartments in South 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 South San Antonio?
Cheap apartments in South San Antonio have an average cost of $774 which is $700 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South San Antonio.
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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.

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