Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 78221 ZIP Code of San Antonio, TX from $300 (128 Rentals)

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property at 1910 Escalon Ave

1910 Escalon Ave

San AntonioTX78221

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property at 119 Shrine Ave

119 Shrine Ave

San AntonioTX78221

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South Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

South Park

321 VerneSan Antonio, TX 78221
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Vestal Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vestal Apartments

1400 Clamp AveSan Antonio, TX 78221
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Hutchins Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hutchins Palms

535 W Hutchins PlSan Antonio, TX 78221
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Deely Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Deely Place

8511 S Flores StSan Antonio, TX 78221
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3409 Commercial Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3409 Commercial Ave

3409 Commercial AveSan Antonio, TX 78221
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Costa Azul Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Costa Azul Apartments

7302 Mary Abbott StSan Antonio, TX 78221
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap the 78221 ZIP Code Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in 78221?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in 78221 is under $1,020.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in 78221?

The cheapest apartment in 78221 is Penn Square which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in 78221 costs $1,775.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 78221?

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 59 regular apartments in 78221 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 78221?

Cheap apartments in 78221 have an average cost of $456 which is $1,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 78221.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.