
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Third World Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Tigoni Villas

1624 Kentucky Ave

1400 North

1624 Kentucky Ave

3815 Ridgeline Dr

Bandera Flats Apartments

Fredericksburg Place Apartments
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Regency Grove Apartments

McMullen Square

Loma Vista Lofts

4818 Monterey St

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Lucero
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122 Rosabell St

110 Plainview Dr

Donaldson Villas

Chateau Orleans

Panorama

2323 Arbor Pl

Summer Rose Place

The Park on Bandera
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Lawnwood Apartments

Executive Apartments

Oakbrook Crossing

Gardenwood Apartments

Pepperidge

Vista Meadows

2553 Cincinnati Ave

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2503 Arbor Pl

4818 Monterey St

Lago Vista Apartments
Third World, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Third World?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third World Studio Apartments | $875 | $750 | $974 |
| Third World 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $685 | $1,150 |
| Third World 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $890 | $1,599 |
| Third World 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $630 | $1,420 |
| Third World 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $1,539 | $1,539 |
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Cheapest Available Third World Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Third World area of San Antonio, TX is a 3 Beds unit found at Tigoni Villas priced from $630. Lawnwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $682. Here are the most affordable Third World apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tigoni Villas | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $630 |
| Lawnwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $682 |
| 1400 North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Bandera Flats Apartments | APT 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Fredericksburg Place Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Donaldson Villas | 1170 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Regency Grove Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $869 |
| McMullen Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
| Loma Vista Lofts | Unit A_FHA | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Lucero | Unit B | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Third World, TX
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Third World area is the $1.09 price per square foot Unit D Model at Lucero in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,539. The second greatest value Third World apartment is the 1170 sq. ft. Model at Donaldson Villas starting at $800 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Near Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Third World apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucero | Unit D | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Donaldson Villas | 1170 sq. ft. | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.68 |
| Tigoni Villas | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Las Villas De Leon Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Monticello Manor Apartment Homes | The Poplar | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Majestic Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Mira Vista Ranch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Bonito Parque Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Lawnwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Loma Vista Lofts | Unit A_FHA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThird World, San Antonio, TX
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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Third World Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Third World?
The cheapest apartment in Third World is Lawnwood Apartments which is listed at $682, while the average apartment in Third World costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Third World?
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 36 regular apartments in Third World 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 Third World?
Cheap apartments in Third World have an average cost of $855 which is $795 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Third World.
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A Texas Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in San Antonio
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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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