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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Well-equipped kitchens
  • Modern comfort
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Thoughtfully designed apartments
  • Community and services room

Location

8251 S New Braunfels, San Antonio, TX 78235, USA
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Property Overview

Mesquite Trails at Brooks offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.3 expert rating, high marks for price, amenities, and location, and thoughtfully designed apartments featuring in-unit laundry and well-equipped kitchens. It also stands out for nearby schools, plentiful photos, and pet-friendly surroundings, along with community amenities like a swimming pool and community services room.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mesquite Trails at Brooks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mesquite Trails at Brooks has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fitness center

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - One Bed/One Bath - 732 sq ft - 60% AMI1 bed1 bath732 sqft$1,029 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - One Bed/One Bath - 666 sq ft - 60% AMI1 bed1 bath666 sqft$1,029 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - One Bed/One Bath - 666 sq ft - 70% AMI1 bed1 bath666 sqft$1,263 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - One Bed/One Bath - 732 sq ft - 70% AMI1 bed1 bath732 sqft$1,263 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1148 sq ft - 60% AMI2 bed2 bath1,148 sqft$1,238 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 999 sq ft - 60% AMI2 bed2 bath999 sqft$1,238 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1112 sq ft - 60% AMI2 bed2 bath1,112 sqft$1,238 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1252 sq ft - 60% AMI2 bed2 bath1,252 sqft$1,238 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1267 sq ft - 60% AMI2 bed2 bath1,267 sqft$1,238 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 999 sq ft - 70% AMI2 bed2 bath999 sqft$1,518 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1148 sq ft - 70% AMI2 bed2 bath1,148 sqft$1,518 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1267 sq ft - 70% AMI2 bed2 bath1,267 sqft$1,518 /mo
Mesquite Trails at Brooks - A 55+ Community - Two Bed/Two Bath - 1112 sq ft - 70% AMI2 bed2 bath1,112 sqft$1,518 /mo

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Amenities for Mesquite Trails at Brooks

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling Fan

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness Center

Grounds

Swimming Pool
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Mesquite Trails at Brooks

HomeApartments in San Antonio Mesquite Trails at Brooks

Mesquite Trails at Brooks brings modern comfort to residents aged 55 and better through thoughtfully designed apartments for rent in San Antonio, Texas. Each of our homes offers practical layouts with well-equipped kitchens, while fostering relaxation and recreation with purposeful amenities, including a swimming pool, gym, book nook, movie theater, and secured access buildings. With a community and services room, and in-unit washer/dryer available for rent, our residents get to enjoy their golden years with a lifestyle centered on ease, connection, and convenience.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Mesquite Trails at Brooks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mesquite Trails at Brooks has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Mesquite Trails at Brooks
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Mesquite Trails at Brooks stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Mesquite Trails at Brooks goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mesquite Trails at Brooks receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mesquite Trails at Brooks is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Mesquite Trails at Brooks does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Mesquite Trails at Brooks provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Mesquite Trails at Brooks is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Mesquite Trails at Brooks compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.7 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.6 miles away
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pool
Enhanced community features

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Rent trends in San Antonio

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 21% higher than 1-bedrooms in San Antonio.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mesquite Trails at Brooks to be 11% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in San Antonio.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
San Antonio
A table of studio rental data trends in San Antonio
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$979
November 2024$979
December 2024$954
January 2025$972
February 2025$953
March 2025$951
April 2025$978
May 2025$979
June 2025$939
July 2025$939
August 2025$862
September 2025$855
October 2025$812
November 2025$800
December 2025$799
January 2026$802
February 2026$832
March 2026$795
April 2026$799
May 2026$799
June 2026$798
July 2026$795
August 2026$785
September 2026$781
October 2026$795

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Can I afford to live at 8251 S New Braunfels?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$45,840/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,840 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,146.
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Schools near Mesquite Trails at Brooks

Mission Academy

9210 s presa st

san antonio, TX, 78223

PK, K-8Public
C

Pre/K For Sa - East Central Isd

7031 s new braunfels ave

san antonio, TX, 78223

PKPublic

Salado Elementary School

3602 ww white rd

san antonio, TX, 78222

PK, K-5Public
C-

Saisd - Pk 4 Sa

514 quincy st

san antonio, TX, 78212

PKPublic

AVANCE HISD School Based Family Program

934 flanders ave

san antonio, TX, 78211

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Antonio near 8251 S New Braunfels

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 8251 S New Braunfels, San Antonio

Groceries

6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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