Cheap Apartments for Rent in Universal City, TX from $400 (68 Rentals)

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property at 538 Dukeway Dr

$930

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538 Dukeway Dr

Universal CityTX78148
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TwentyNine 02
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$989 - $2,070
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TwentyNine 02

2902 Pat Booker RdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Randolph Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Randolph Plaza

1009 Pat Booker RdUniversal City, TX 78148
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Aviation Place Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aviation Place Apartments

402 E Aviation BlvdUniversal 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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Peppermill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peppermill

2125 Universal City 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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Buckingham Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Buckingham Village

2910 Pat Booker RdUniversal City, TX 78148

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Legends at Kitty Hawk
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$845 - $7,531
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Legends at Kitty Hawk

7461 Kitty Hawk DrConverse, TX 78109
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property at 810 Station St

$849 - $899

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810 Station St

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Brio at Lookout
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$885 - $1,922
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Brio at Lookout

7311 N Loop 1604 ESan Antonio, TX 78233
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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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Universal City, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Universal City, TX

Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026

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$1,753$446222

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 $600. Avenue at Converse in the Northeast Converse neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $684. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Universal City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Live OakLive Oak1BR,1BA$600
Avenue at Converse2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$684
Peaks at Live OakE1Studio,1BA$788
Peppermill1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795
Rio Vista Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800
The ColonyA11BR,1BA$805
SagebrushA11BR,1BA$805
Gold TalonS1Studio,1BA$815
Robinson Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$845
Legends at Kitty HawkA11BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Universal City, TX

As of May 31, 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 Skye Model at Heights at Converse starting at $1,325 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Northeast Converse 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
Heights at ConverseSkye2BR,2BA$1.26
Arbor At Centerbrook2 Bedroom - B12BR,2BA$1.01
Avenue at Converse2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.73
Robinson Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.97
Town SquareA11BR,1BA$1.26
Peaks at Universal CityA31BR,1.5BA$1.32
Palisades Park ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.25
Peppermill1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.18
SagebrushA11BR,1BA$1.37

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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 $788.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Universal City Apartment is $600 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 $684 at Avenue at Converse.

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 $1,199.

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