Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (117 Rentals)

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property at 419 Peabody Ave

$650 - $750

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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419 Peabody Ave

San AntonioTX78211

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property at 347 Ware Blvd

$725

1 Bedroom Rentals

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347 Ware Blvd

San AntonioTX78221

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property at 108 Robert E Lee

$800 - $1,000

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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108 Robert E Lee

San AntonioTX78214

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property at 515 Margil St

$900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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515 Margil St

San AntonioTX78225

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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 1 Bed unit found at Southgate on Emerald priced from $480. 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
Southgate on EmeraldA11BR,1BA$480
ParkVista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570
Bronco ApartmentsSmall one bedroom upstairs1BR,1BA$575
Hutchins PalmsA11BR,1BA$599
Arbors on RustleafEFF2Studio,1BA$650
The Annex- New0X1Studio,1BA$670
Rio Springs ApartmentsEFFStudio,1BA$699
Darby SquareB12BR,1BA$699
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$725
Woodhaven Apartments1x11BR,1BA$749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest San Antonio, TX

As of January 03, 2026 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 8622 S Zarzamora St Model at 8622 S Zarzamora St, Unit 389 starting at $1,400 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the South Side 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
8622 S Zarzamora St, Unit 3898622 S Zarzamora St3BR,2BA$0.94
Palo Alto Apartment Homes4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.06
Costa MiradaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.78
Hunters Glen- Income RestrictedTwo Bedroom | Two Baths MKT2BR,2BA$1.05
Port Royal Apartment HomesMadison3BR,2BA$0.98
Harlandale Building2 Bed/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Summit at Benavides Park1x1 - 8141BR,1BA$1.09
518 Briggs St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.01

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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 a cheap apartment in Southwest San Antonio?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest San Antonio is under $749.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest San Antonio?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest San Antonio is Southgate on Emerald which is listed at $480, while the average apartment in Southwest San Antonio costs $2,445.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 314 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest San Antonio?

Cheap apartments in Southwest San Antonio have an average cost of $610 which is $1,835 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest San Antonio.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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Discover the SATX Local Vibe: An Insiders Look Into the Life of Renting in San Antonio

Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher

Remember the Alamo? Who could forget, right? But what else does the historic San Antonio, Texas, have to offer besides this national park complex? Hi! I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert on San Antonio.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.

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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!