Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (126 Rentals)

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property at 419 Peabody Ave

$650 - $750

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419 Peabody Ave

San AntonioTX78211
property at 217 Lotus St

$725

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217 Lotus St

San AntonioTX78210
property at 347 Ware Blvd

$735

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347 Ware Blvd

San AntonioTX78221

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property at 150 Bank St

$749

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150 Bank St

San AntonioTX78204
property at 108 Robert E Lee

$750 - $1,000

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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 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 Southwest San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Leon Creek Flats2Bed 2Bath 8872BR,2BA$557
ParkVista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570
Bronco ApartmentsSmall one bedroom upstairs1BR,1BA$575
Darby SquareA11BR,1BA$599
Hutchins PalmsA11BR,1BA$599
Arbors on RustleafEFF2Studio,1BA$640
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
518 Briggs St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$749
Harlandale Building1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Aristocrat Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest San Antonio, TX

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest San Antonio area is the $1.13 price per square foot 9727 Marbach Bnd Model at 9727 Marbach Bnd, Unit Furnished Home in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Southwest San Antonio apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Costa Mirada starting at $1,029 with a $0.87 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.
9727 Marbach Bnd, Unit Furnished Home9727 Marbach Bnd4BR,2.5BA$1.13
Costa MiradaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.87
Port Royal Apartment HomesMadison3BR,2BA$0.98
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Woodhaven Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.08
Summit at Benavides Park1x1 - 8141BR,1BA$1.09
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
Hutchins PalmsA11BR,1BA$1.20

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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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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 $557 at Leon Creek Flats.

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 Palo Alto Apartment Homes and starts from $875.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

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

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

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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Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.