
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (148 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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8500 Barranca Ave

8510 Barranca Ave

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Palladium San Antonio

685 Englehart

313 Tarasco St, Unit 313

South Side Living and Maker Spaces

Applewood Ranch Apartments

The Preserve at The Port

Mission Del Rio Apartment Homes
Southwest Side - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Antonio
Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in San Antonio by our San Antonio, TX Local Expert Rhonda R Fletcher. See how it ranks!

Silverwood Apartments

431 Sussex Ave

Freedom Hills Ranch

Roosevelt Mobile Home Park

211 Baldwin Ave, Unit 203

418 E Highland Blvd

Village at Nogalitos

Village at Roosevelt

Leon Creek Flats

255 Linares St
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Eleven West

Hunters Glen Townhomes

Artisan at Mission Creek Apartments

346 Ware Blvd

239 Taft Blvd

The Scott at Medio Creek

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The Legacy at Piedmont - Seniors 62 and over

153 E Baylor St

Villages of Briggs Ranch

Los Arcos at Vida
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Residences at Pearsall Park - A 55+ Community

Melissa Ranch Apartments

Freestone Ladera

Rio Lofts

307 E Lambert St

MELA

206 Weaver St

224 W Pyron Ave

1718 Commercial Ave

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253 Carroll St, Unit 253 Carroll st
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Arbors on Rustleaf

214 E Huff Ave

Roselawn

Winston Square

Darby Square

Park Terrace Apartments

Hutchins Palms

827 Steves Ave

Oak Tree Apartments

Rio Springs Apartments
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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 | $932 | $443 | $1,500 |
| Southwest Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,005 | $550 | $1,688 |
| Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $739 | $2,100 |
| Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $601 | $2,430 |
| Southwest Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $667 | $2,305 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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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 $750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Side?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Side is SOSA at Palo Alto which is listed at $481, while the average apartment in Southwest Side costs $1,128.
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 475 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 $587 which is $541 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Side.
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.
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Renting the Hill Country: A Guide to Top Hidden Gems Towns to Rent Near San Antonio
Written by: Rhonda R Fletcher
San Antonio, Texas. Just mentioning its name conjures both a lazy river town, complete with historic nostalgia, and a vision for the future. Hi! I'm Rhonda, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert on San Antonio.

Discover the SATX Local Vibe: An Insider's Look Into the Life of Renting in San Antonio
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Live and Work: Best San Antonio Neighborhoods for Rent by Employer
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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.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Antonio
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.