Average Rent in San Antonio, TX
What is the average rent in San Antonio, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in San Antonio, TX is $1,958 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 1,060 priced apartments in 50 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
50 apartment buildings, 1060 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in San Antonio, TXCheapest
$808/mo
Marquis Bandera
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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San Antonio, TX Rent Prices
All 50 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Marquis Bandera
8603 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249
Summit at Benavides Park
1700 S Hamilton Ave, San Antonio, TX 78207, USA
Marquis at Crown Ridge
18385 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78255
Marquis at Deerfield
16650 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78248
Avalon Apartments
3600 Eisenhauer Rd, San Antonio, TX 78218, USA
The Beverly
123 Brackenridge Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209, USA
Marquis at The RIM
16631 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78257
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marquis Bandera 8603 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249 | $808 | $827 | $1.43/ft² | 4 (211) | 6 |
| 2 | Summit at Benavides Park 1700 S Hamilton Ave, San Antonio, TX 78207, USA | $849 | $1,117 | $1.10/ft² | 3.6 (155) | 24 |
| 3 | Marquis at Crown Ridge 18385 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78255 | $895 | $978 | $2.27/ft² | 4.1 (270) | 7 |
| 4 | Marquis at Deerfield 16650 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78248 | $924 | $946 | $1.47/ft² | 4 (135) | 3 |
| 5 | Avalon Apartments 3600 Eisenhauer Rd, San Antonio, TX 78218, USA | $929 | $1,099 | $1.95/ft² | 4 (63) | 5 |
| 6 | The Beverly 123 Brackenridge Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209, USA | $944 | $1,207 | $1.63/ft² | 4.1 (113) | 10 |
| 7 | Marquis at The RIM 16631 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78257 | $981 | $1,016 | $1.50/ft² | 4.3 (272) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Marquis Bandera
4 (211)8603 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78249
Summit at Benavides Park
3.6 (155)1700 S Hamilton Ave, San Antonio, TX 78207, USA
Marquis at Crown Ridge
4.1 (270)18385 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78255
Marquis at Deerfield
4 (135)16650 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78248
Avalon Apartments
4 (63)3600 Eisenhauer Rd, San Antonio, TX 78218, USA
The Beverly
4.1 (113)123 Brackenridge Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209, USA
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San Antonio, TX neighborhoods
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San Antonio, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in San Antonio, TX is $1,958 per month, based on 1060 units across 50 apartment communities. Prices range from $808 at Marquis Bandera to $11,831 at 300 Main.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,497/mo | $944/mo | 117 |
| 1 Bed | $1,697/mo | $849/mo | 557 |
| 2 Bed | $2,581/mo | $1,072/mo | 300 |
| 3 Bed | $3,474/mo | $1,051/mo | 32 |
| 4 Bed | $1,364/mo | $1,149/mo | 5 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do San Antonio, TX apartments earn?
The 9 buildings we can estimate generate about $3.0M in rental revenue per month ($36M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Encore Grayson | $602K/mo | $1,762 / $1,644 | 95% | 386 |
| 2.The Josephine Apartments | $520K/mo | $2,036 / $2,122 | 94% | 260 |
| 3.Cellars at Pearl | $518K/mo | $4,473 / $4,541 | 93% | 122 |
| 4.Augusta Flats Apartments | $383K/mo | $1,659 / $1,636 | 90% | 260 |
| 5.120 Ninth Street | $296K/mo | $1,421 / $1,500 | 90% | 219 |
| 4 more estimated buildings | $718K/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in San Antonio, TX, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in San Antonio, TX averages $1,697/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,581/mo. At the local median household income of $62,917, that works out to 37% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in San Antonio, TX at $1,258/mo. The current tracked market average runs 56% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in San Antonio, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in San Antonio
Demand in the San Antonio rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- USAA
- H-E-B
- Valero Energy
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing
- JBSA Joint Base San Antonio
Mean one-way commute in San Antonio, TX is 25 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Antonio, TX?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$78,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,958/mo.
Comfortable income
$94,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($808/mo), you need to earn at least $32,000/year.
Median household income in San Antonio, TX is $62,917 , about 33% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in San Antonio, TX
Overall prices in San Antonio, TX runs below the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 94.3, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by San Antonio, TX's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,958 |
| Utilities | $405 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $965 |
| Healthcare | $471 |
| Other goods and services | $753 |
| Estimated total | $5,054/mo |
Population
1,458,954
Median household income
$62,917
Census median rent
$1,258/mo
Census rent burden
31.6%
Median age
34.6
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Texas
How San Antonio, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs San Antonio, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $1,517 | -23% | +1.3% | 711 |
| Addison, TX | $1,653 | -16% | -2.2% | 367 |
| Austin, TX | $1,764 | -10% | +0.5% | 304 |
| Houston, TX | $1,907 | -3% | +2.3% | 246 |
| Irving, TX | $1,590 | -19% | +1% | 143 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,396 | -29% | +1.2% | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in San Antonio, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in San Antonio, TX is $1,958 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 1,060 priced apartments in 50 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in San Antonio, TX?
The median asking rent in San Antonio, TX is $1,688 per month, computed from 1060 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,958/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in San Antonio, TX?
The lowest available rent in San Antonio, TX starts at $808 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in San Antonio, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in San Antonio, TX average $1,697/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $849/mo across 557 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in San Antonio, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in San Antonio, TX average $2,581/mo. Units start from $1,072/mo across 300 units currently listed.
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