Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $400 (71 Rentals)

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5410 Congo Ln

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Big Rock
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$975 - $999
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Big Rock

8021 W Military DrSan Antonio, TX 78227
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Dalian 151
$991 - $1,779
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Dalian 151

10018 Ingram RdSan Antonio, TX 78245
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Westwood Plaza
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Westwood Plaza

2600 Westward DrSan Antonio, TX 78227
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Villas De Toscana
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Villas De Toscana

7999 Potranco RdSan Antonio, TX 78251
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The Hollows
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The Hollows

7520 Pontranco RdSan Antonio, TX 78250
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Casablanca
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Casablanca

2311 Pinn RdSan Antonio, TX 78227
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West Side, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of San Antonio, TX is a Studio unit found at ParkVista Apartments priced from $570. Bronco Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ParkVista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570
Bronco ApartmentsSmall one bedroom upstairs1BR,1BA$575
Villas De ToscanaA21BR,1BA$669
The MaxwellThe Walker1BR,1BA$695
PearlwoodA31BR,1BA$699
Oaks of Westlakes ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$699
Western Hills1X11BR,1BA$730
The HollowsA1BR,1BA$737
Viva Max1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$749
2907-2911 Observation2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, TX

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at Villas at Costa Brava in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,158. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Las Villas De Leon Apartments starting at $1,061 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas at Costa Brava3 bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.08
Las Villas De Leon ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.04
Monticello Manor Apartment HomesThe Poplar2BR,2BA$1.12
Big Rock2Bdrm/1 bath All Bills Paid2BR,1BA$1.14
Villas De ToscanaB12BR,2BA$1.12
Dalian 151A21BR,1BA$1.26
PearlwoodB22BR,2BA$1.15
Mira Vista Ranch ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
Viva Max1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Bronco ApartmentsSmall one bedroom downstairs1BR,1BA$1.12

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

Looking for an apartment in San Antonio? Discover the best neighborhoods to rent near major employers like HEB, USAA, and the Medical Center. Find the perfect fit for your commute and lifestyle.

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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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West Side, San Antonio, TX

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Side, San Antonio, and the greater San Antonio area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Side is at ParkVista Apartments listed at $570.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $575 at Bronco Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $750 at 2907-2911 Observation.

What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lucero and starts from $967.

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

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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.

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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.