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Sosa at Palo Alto
9930 Poteet Jourdanton FwySan Antonio, TX 78224
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (41 Rentals)
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ParkVista Apartments
5470 W Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
434 Buckingham Ave
San AntonioTX78210
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$600 - $1,195Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aristocrat Apartments
555 W Hutchins PlSan Antonio, TX 78221
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$650 - $1,030Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arbors on Rustleaf
150 Rustleaf DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
602 Lovett Ave
San AntonioTX78211
300 Moursund Blvd
San AntonioTX78221
302 Hollenbeck Ave
San AntonioTX78211
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Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes
1803 Marshall C...San Antonio, TX 78214
150 Bank St
San AntonioTX78204
4115 S Presa St
San AntonioTX78223
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Port Royal Apartment Homes
5350 W Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
321 Verne St
San AntonioTX78221
115 Darson Marie Dr
San AntonioTX78226
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Mission Villas
247 West Dickson AveSan Antonio, TX 78214
131 Darson Marie Dr
San AntonioTX78226
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Park at Briggs Ranch
5525 Mansions Bluffs RnchSan Antonio, TX 78245
214 E Huff Ave
San AntonioTX78214
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Esperanza At Palo Alto
12305 SW Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78224
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Rancho Sierra Apartments
1327 Mission GrandeSan Antonio, TX 78221
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The Scott at Medio Creek
9130 Excellence DrSan Antonio, TX 78252
2907 Observation Dr
San AntonioTX78227
2911 Observation Dr
San AntonioTX78227
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15027 Harbor LndgVon Ormy, TX 78073
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Southwest Side, San Antonio, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Side Studio Apartments | $956 | $570 | $1,355 |
| Southwest Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $481 | $1,599 |
| Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $577 | $2,265 |
| Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $664 | $2,250 |
| Southwest Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $737 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Side area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at ParkVista Apartments priced from $570. Arbors on Rustleaf has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Southwest Side apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ParkVista Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Arbors on Rustleaf | EFF2 | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Annex | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 518 Briggs St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Aristocrat Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Darby Square | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park at Briggs Ranch | E1 | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Alegria | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Side, TX
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Side 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 Side 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 Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 614 Barberry St, Unit 201 | 614 Barberry St | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Costa Mirada | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Hunters Glen- Income Restricted | Two Bedroom | Two Baths MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Woodhaven Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Mission Del Rio Apartment Homes | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 518 Briggs St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Aristocrat Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Texas and customized analysis for Southwest San Antonio, TX. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Southwest Side Neighborhood in San Antonio, TX
Walk Score®
8 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Side is under $799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Side?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Side is ParkVista Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Southwest Side costs $2,435.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Side?
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 219 regular apartments in Southwest Side 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 Side?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Side have an average cost of $552 which is $1,883 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Side.
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