Cheap Apartments for Rent in Universal City, TX from $400 (49 Rentals)

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538 Dukeway Dr

Universal CityTX78148
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Randolph Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Randolph Plaza

1009 Pat Booker RdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Garden Oaks Apatments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Oaks Apatments

2129 Pat Booker RdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Falcon Ridge South
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Falcon Ridge South

402 E Aviation BlvdUniversal City, TX 78148
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The Colony
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Colony

330 Kitty Hawk RdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Gold Talon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gold Talon

149 Village GrnUniversal City, TX 78148
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Arbour Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbour Oaks

135 Villa DrUniversal City, TX 78148
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Peppermill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peppermill

2125 Universal City BlvdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Arbor At Centerbrook
$446 - $1,377
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Arbor At Centerbrook

13905 Oak MeadowsLive Oak, TX 78154
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Brio at Lookout
$917 - $1,972
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Brio at Lookout

7311 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78233
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Legends at Kitty Hawk
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$919 - $5,370
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Legends at Kitty Hawk

7461 Kitty Hawk DrConverse, TX 78109
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Town Square
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$950 - $1,417
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Town Square

301 Converse Center StConverse, TX 78109
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Liberty Pass
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Pass

17321 Lookout RdSelma, TX 78154
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Live Oak
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak

301 Schertz PkySchertz, TX 78154
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102 River Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

102 River Rd

102 River RdSchertz, TX 78154
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Rio Vista Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rio Vista Apartments

1116 Fm 78Schertz, TX 78154
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Aspire at Live Oak
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspire at Live Oak

8130 Shin Oak DrLive Oak, TX 78233

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The Heritage
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Heritage

7828 Pat Booker RdLive Oak, TX 78233

Universal City, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Universal City, TX

Pricing Updated: 04/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Universal City, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Universal City Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Universal City Park$1,970$1,02532

Cheapest Available Universal City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Universal City, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Live Oak in the Mesa Oaks neighborhood priced from $700. Peaks at Live Oak in the Bridlewood Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $762. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Universal City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Live OakLive Oak1BR,1BA$700
Peaks at Live OakE1Studio,1BA$762
The ColonyE2Studio,1BA$782
Rio Vista Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800
Gold TalonS1Studio,1BA$815
The Atlantic Mira LomaA1A The Piccolino1BR,1BA$831
Palisades Park ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$850
Brio at LookoutS16Studio,1BA$917
Peaks at Universal CityA21BR,1BA$918

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Universal City, TX

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Universal City area is the $1.04 price per square foot 8715 8th St Model at 8715 8th St, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast Converse neighborhood starting from $1,555. The second greatest value Universal City apartment is the Oakridge Model at Vista at Avenida Rental Homes starting at $1,699 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Southeast Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Universal City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8715 8th St, Unit 18715 8th St3BR,2BA$1.04
Vista at Avenida Rental HomesOakridge3BR,2BA$1.34
9414 Misty Meadows, Unit 9414 Misty Meadows9414 Misty Meadows3BR,1BA$1.15
Arbor At Centerbrook2 Bedroom - B12BR,2BA$1.01
808 Station St, Unit 3808 Station St2BR,2BA$0.90
Peppermill2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.13
Elevate at Kitty HawkB12BR,2BA$1.22
Robinson Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.09
Town SquareA11BR,1BA$1.26
Palisades Park ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.25

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Universal City Overview

Proudly known as the 'Gateway to Randolph Airforce Base', Universal City is a growing Texas locale that is ideal for families and those employed in military service. Just a hop and a jump from San Antonio proper, this idyllic city offers just about everything a blue collar homestead could wish for.

Why live in Universal City, TX?

While the city actively caters to the brave men and women serving in the armed forces, many desiring a true Texas experience will find much to celebrate with an apartment in Universal City. Offering easy access to schools such as Northeast Lakeview Community College, as well as a low crime rate and plenty of scenic public park areas, Universal City might just be the family-friendly locale you've been dreaming of.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Universal City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Universal City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Universal City is at Peaks at Live Oak listed at $762.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Universal City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Universal City Apartment is $700 at Live Oak.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Universal City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Universal City is starting from $800 at Live Oak.

What is the most affordable Universal City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Universal City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elevate at Kitty Hawk and starts from $1,103.

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