
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Southwest Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (27 Rentals)
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1414 Caceres Spur, Unit 3

1414 Caceres Spur, Unit 4

Villa de Oro

Woodhaven Apartments

1414 Caceres Spur, Unit 2
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130 Camino De Oro, Unit 602

130 Camino De Oro, Unit 601
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130 Camino De Oro, Unit 209

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146 Caddo

2802 U St

10527 Hunters Pond
South Southwest, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Southwest Studio Apartments | $914 | $914 | $914 |
| South Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $481 | $1,318 |
| South Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,042 | $764 | $1,399 |
| South Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $601 | $1,625 |
| South Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,508 | $667 | $1,810 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Southwest Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available South Southwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Southwest area of San Antonio, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodhaven Apartments priced from $699. Esperanza At Palo Alto has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable South Southwest apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhaven Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Alegria | 2BR,2BA | $764 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $825 |
| Los Arcos at Vida | B | 2BR,2BA | $1,000 |
| Costa Mirada | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,061 |
| Hunters Glen Townhomes | Three Bedroom | Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1,087 |
| Seven Pines Apartments | 2-1 Delight | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Southwest, TX
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Southwest 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 Southwest apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Costa Mirada starting at $1,040 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the United Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Southwest 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 | $0.88 |
| Hunters Glen Townhomes | Two Bedroom | Two Baths MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Seven Pines Apartments | 2-1 Zarzamora | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Imaginacion | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Los Arcos at Vida | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Woodhaven Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Southwest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in South Southwest is Woodhaven Apartments which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in South Southwest costs $1,576.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Southwest?
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 44 regular apartments in South Southwest 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 Southwest?
Cheap apartments in South Southwest have an average cost of $827 which is $749 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Southwest.
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