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San Antonio, TX Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Antonio, TX

Pricing Updated: 05/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Antonio, TX area range in price from $480 to $9,500 with an overall median price of $2,995. The three San Antonio neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bitters at $971, Cable Westwood at $1,300, and Cattleman Square at $525. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Antonio Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bitters$971$9711
Cable Westwood$1,300$1,3002
Cattleman Square$1,350$5252
Spring Creek$1,350$1,2753
Woodlake$1,395$75023
East Pyron$1,400$1,1752
Hein Orchard$1,450$1,4501
Wheatley Heights$1,450$1,2505
Valley Forge$1,472$87421
Eastwood Village$1,495$1,4951

Cheapest Available San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Vista at Reed in the Shadow Mist neighborhood priced from $295. The Meadows at Bentley in the Camelot neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Antonio apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista at ReedB22BR,2BA$295
The Meadows at Bentley1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$425
Sunstone ApartmentsB1B - 2X22BR,2BA$519
Regency Grove Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$525
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
Soap FactoryS1Studio,1BA$554
Park Vista ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$570
Palatia Apartment HomesE1Studio,1BA$575
BrixtonA11BR,1BA$595
410 HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Antonio, TX

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Antonio area is the $0.87 price per square foot 445 Eleanor Ave Model at 445 Eleanor Ave, Unit 2 Bed in the in the LoBro neighborhood starting from $1,045. The second greatest value San Antonio apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Costa Mirada starting at $949 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the United Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
445 Eleanor Ave, Unit 2 Bed445 Eleanor Ave2BR,1BA$0.87
Costa MiradaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.81
Donaldson Villas1170 sq. ft.2BR,1.5BA$0.68
Spring Time Apartments3/23BR,2BA$0.95
Chevy Chase Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.92
The Palm Tree Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.78
Monticello Manor Apartment HomesThe Poplar2BR,2BA$0.91
MaderaB22BR,2BA$0.83
427 Eleanor Ave, Unit #2427 Eleanor Ave1BR,1BA$0.90
Vista at ReedB22BR,2BA$0.34

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San Antonio Overview

San Antonio, Texas is the seventh largest city in the country, but it doesn’t feel that way. Described as a big city without the big city feel, San Antonio has something that will appeal to everyone. Whether you are a student who loves the art scene, a young professional who loves the night life, or a mom or dad who loves history, you’ll fall in love with this unique city. You’ll quickly find that San Antonio has much, much more to offer than just the Alamo and Tex-Mex food.

Why live in San Antonio, TX?

San Antonio has an eclectic mix of art, history, sports, great food, and family activities. There is something to do for everyone, in every season. Downtown San Antonio is vibrant and active, drawing locals as well as tourists. If you love to be out in nature, San Antonio is a bicycle friendly city, and there are many outdoor activities and natural scenic destinations to visit.

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Getting Around San Antonio, TX

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

San Antonio, TX Area Reviews

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Rhonda • 4+ years in San Antonio

February 25, 2025

There are so many positive things to list about San Antonio. It is crazy affordable for a large city with so much to see and do in addition to the RiverWalk. Childcare and veterinary care is reasonable. There are housing options for both rentals and purchasing. The restaurant scene is impressive, including trendy small plates and established community favorites. The traffic is not the best, but it is a big, sprawling city.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Antonio Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Antonio?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Antonio is at Regency Grove Apartments listed at $525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Antonio Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Antonio Apartment is $425 at The Meadows at Bentley.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Antonio Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Antonio is starting from $295 at Vista at Reed.

What is the most affordable San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista at Reed and starts from $337.

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