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property at 4115 S Presa St

4115 S Presa St

San AntonioTX78223

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property at 214 E Huff Ave

214 E Huff Ave

San AntonioTX78214

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property at 204 Mt Vernon Ct

204 Mt Vernon Ct

San AntonioTX78223
property at 108 Robert E Lee

108 Robert E Lee

San AntonioTX78214

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Southwest San Antonio, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest San Antonio area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at ParkVista Apartments priced from $570. Bronco Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable Southwest San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ParkVista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570
Bronco ApartmentsSmall one bedroom upstairs1BR,1BA$575
Arbors on RustleafEFF2Studio,1BA$650
The Annex1X11BR,1BA$699
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
518 Briggs St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$749
Trove SouthtownStudio One BathroomStudio,1BA$749
Port Royal Apartment HomesSterling1BR,1BA$750
Aristocrat Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Hacienda Apartments1st MONTH FREE!!1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest San Antonio, TX

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest San Antonio area is the $0.81 price per square foot 614 Barberry St Model at 614 Barberry St, Unit 201 in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Southwest San Antonio apartment is the Four Bedroom Model at Costa Mirada starting at $1,616 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the United Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
614 Barberry St, Unit 201614 Barberry St3BR,2BA$0.81
Costa MiradaFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.10
Summit at Benavides Park4x2.54BR,2.5BA$0.96
Hunters Glen- Income RestrictedTwo Bedroom | Two Baths MKT2BR,2BA$1.05
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Woodhaven Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.20
Port Royal Apartment HomesSterling1BR,1BA$1.00
518 Briggs St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.01
Aristocrat Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.14
Bronco ApartmentsLarge one bedroom downstairs office area1BR,1BA$1.14

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Antonio

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Antonio. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest San Antonio Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest San Antonio?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest San Antonio is at ParkVista Apartments listed at $570.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest San Antonio Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest San Antonio Apartment is $575 at Bronco Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest San Antonio Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest San Antonio is starting from $749 at 518 Briggs St.

What is the most affordable Southwest San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hunters Glen- Income Restricted and starts from $894.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.