What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in 78242, TX?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within 78242. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in 78242, TX?

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What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in 78242. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in Zip Code 78242 from $570

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in 78242, TX?

There are 141 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

ParkVista Apartments, San Antonio, TX 78242
$570+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 13 units available
ParkVista ApartmentsSan Antonio, TX 78242
New Today
Call(210) 879-7824
Palladium San Antonio, San Antonio, TX 78242
$580+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 3 units available
Palladium San AntonioSan Antonio, TX 78242
The Annex, San Antonio, TX 78242
$690+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 557 - 627 sq ft
The AnnexSan Antonio, TX 78242
Call(210) 817-5531
Leon Creek Flats, San Antonio, TX 78242
$744+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 24 units available
Leon Creek FlatsSan Antonio, TX 78242
New Today
Call(830) 271-5519
Freedom Hills Ranch Apartments, San Antonio, TX 78242
$900+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 1 - 2 baths · 746 - 1,188 sq ft
Freedom Hills Ranch ApartmentsSan Antonio, TX 78242
6231 Apple Valley Dr #B, San Antonio, TX 78242
$900/mo
2 beds · 2 baths
6231 Apple Valley Dr #BSan Antonio, TX 78242
5810 Timberrock Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$995/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,032 sq ft
5810 Timberrock DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
5916 Fairshire, San Antonio, TX 78242
$999/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 887 sq ft
5916 FairshireSan Antonio, TX 78242
5514 Little Creek St, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,000/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 784 sq ft
5514 Little Creek StSan Antonio, TX 78242
8226 Quiet Crk, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,020/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 784 sq ft
8226 Quiet CrkSan Antonio, TX 78242
5523 Little Creek St, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,025/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 784 sq ft
5523 Little Creek StSan Antonio, TX 78242
Residences at Pearsall Park - A 55+ Community, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,031+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 24 units available
Residences at Pearsall Park - A 55+ CommunitySan Antonio, TX 78242
Special Offer
8414 Standing Rock St, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,095/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 889 sq ft
8414 Standing Rock StSan Antonio, TX 78242
6206 Rose Valley, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,125/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 946 sq ft
6206 Rose ValleySan Antonio, TX 78242
6106 Cedar Valley Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,195/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 984 sq ft
6106 Cedar Valley DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
9031 Port Shire Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,200/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,320 sq ft
9031 Port Shire DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
8223 Rain Dance, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,249/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,298 sq ft
8223 Rain DanceSan Antonio, TX 78242
Special Offer
5434 Plumtree Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,290/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,014 sq ft
5434 Plumtree DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
126 Wayfarer Pl, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,300/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,126 sq ft
126 Wayfarer PlSan Antonio, TX 78242
5916 Fairgreen St, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,300/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 896 sq ft
5916 Fairgreen StSan Antonio, TX 78242
5474 Port Townsend Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,350/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 1,040 sq ft
5474 Port Townsend DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
5535 Red Sky St, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,350/mo
4 beds · 1 bath · 1,218 sq ft
5535 Red Sky StSan Antonio, TX 78242
6034 Fir Valley Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,350/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 960 sq ft
6034 Fir Valley DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
5827 Hawaiian Cv, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,350/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,080 sq ft
5827 Hawaiian CvSan Antonio, TX 78242
9228 Balboa Port Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,400/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,064 sq ft
9228 Balboa Port DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
5619 Stonybrook Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,425/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 888 sq ft
5619 Stonybrook DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
8227 Rain Dance Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,500/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,613 sq ft
8227 Rain Dance DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
8939 Old Sky Hbr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,500/mo
4 beds · 2 baths · 1,105 sq ft
8939 Old Sky HbrSan Antonio, TX 78242
6903 Saliba Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,500/mo
4 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,600 sq ft
6903 Saliba PkwySan Antonio, TX 78242
4911 War Horse Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,510/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,392 sq ft
4911 War Horse DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
8330 Tesoro Hls, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,530/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,425 sq ft
8330 Tesoro HlsSan Antonio, TX 78242
8507 Tesoro Hls, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,530/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,425 sq ft
8507 Tesoro HlsSan Antonio, TX 78242
8718 Tesoro Hls, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,530/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,425 sq ft
8718 Tesoro HlsSan Antonio, TX 78242
8311 Big Creek Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,550/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,777 sq ft
8311 Big Creek DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
5734 Mountain Point, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,550/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,226 sq ft
5734 Mountain PointSan Antonio, TX 78242
4722 War Horse Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,570/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,539 sq ft
4722 War Horse DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
6427 Hazel Valley Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,595/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,356 sq ft
6427 Hazel Valley DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
9252 Balboa Port Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,600/mo
4 beds · 2 baths · 1,166 sq ft
9252 Balboa Port DrSan Antonio, TX 78242
8314 Tesoro Hls, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,610/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,777 sq ft
8314 Tesoro HlsSan Antonio, TX 78242
8715 Tesoro Hls, San Antonio, TX 78242
$1,610/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,777 sq ft
8715 Tesoro HlsSan Antonio, TX 78242