Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Antonio Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (52 Rentals)

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710 S Medina St
$9751 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

710 S Medina St

San Antonio, TX 78207
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Parkside Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartments

1010 N Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Legacy at Alazan
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy at Alazan

1102 El Paso St StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Vista Verde Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Verde Apartments

810 N Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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West End on Frio
2 Bedroom Apartments

West End on Frio

711 S Frio StSan Antonio, TX 78207
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Southtown Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southtown Flats

111 Probandt StSan Antonio, TX 78204
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Encore SoFlo
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Encore SoFlo

326 S Flores StSan Antonio, TX 78204
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1010 South Flores
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1010 South Flores

1010 S Flores StSan Antonio, TX 78204
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120 Ninth Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

120 Ninth Street

120 9th StSan Antonio, TX 78215
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Downtown San Antonio, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown San Antonio Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Antonio area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments priced from $529. 512-516 E Quincy St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Antonio apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$529
512-516 E Quincy StstudioStudio,1BA$700
Museum Reach LoftsE1Studio,1BA$715
Calcasieu ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$793
Trove SouthtownTwo Bedrooms Two Bathrooms2BR,2BA$841
Refugio PlaceThe Fiesta (A1)1BR,1BA$867
Rio LoftsA21BR,1BA$898
Granada Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$930
Rivera on Broadway ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$958

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Antonio, TX

As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Antonio area is the $1.16 price per square foot 302 Lamar St Model at 302 Lamar St, Unit 1 in the in the Midtown San Antonio neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Downtown San Antonio apartment is the B3 Model at The St. John starting at $1,537 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Antonio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
302 Lamar St, Unit 1302 Lamar St4BR,2.5BA$1.16
The St. JohnB32BR,1BA$1.32
414 McKinley Ave, Unit 1414 McKinley Ave2BR,2BA$1.36
Refugio PlaceThe Water Park (C1)3BR,2BA$1.43
HemisView VillageA11BR,1BA$1.54
Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior ApartmentsAffordable1BR,1BA$1.14
Rio LoftsA1BR,1BA$1.36
Museum Reach LoftsA11BR,1BA$1.42
128 Saint Francis Ave, Unit St Francis128 Saint Francis Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
512-516 E Quincy StstudioStudio ,1BA$1.40

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Antonio. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Antonio Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown San Antonio?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown San Antonio is at 512-516 E Quincy St listed at $700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Antonio Apartment is $756 at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Antonio is starting from $529 at Palacio Del Sol I & II Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown San Antonio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Calcasieu Apartments and starts from $1,108.

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