Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
San Antonio, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where San Antonio rent stands today
San Antonio, TX rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,499/month. Month over month, rents slipped 1.0%.
Compared to national trends
San Antonio sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value. The city has 4,688 total rentals available across various property types.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in San Antonio rent for about $795/month, 1-bedrooms around $945/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,238/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,625/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,000/month. These figures reflect the range of options available by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Inwood rents fell 69.2% year over year to $1,495/month across 12 rentals, a large local decline compared to the flat citywide trend. Churchill Forest and Vista Del Norte also saw steep drops of 68.5% and 65.6% respectively, showing significant variation within San Antonio.
Median rent
Median rent in San Antonio
$1,499/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in San Antonio is $1,499 per month as of November 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $401 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in San Antonio
4,688
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of San Antonio rentals at each price point
Rent trends in San Antonio, TX
Average rent prices in San Antonio have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
San Antonio, TX
Rent prices in San Antonio vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in San Antonio is $1,150, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in San Antonio run $952 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $795 | No Change |  5% | |
1 bedroom | $945 | 1% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,238 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,625 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown San Antonio | $1,775 | |
Government Hil | $1,150 | |
Harvard Place Eastlawn | $1,124 | |
Highland Hills | $1,273 | |
Highland Park | $1,312 | |
Medina Valley | $1,745 | |
Riverside | $950 | |
Southwest San Antonio | $1,600 | |
Stone Oak | $2,057 | |
Tobin Hill | $1,485 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,150 | 1% | 1% | |
Condos | $1,250 |  2% | 13% | |
Houses | $1,700 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $646 | 2% | 8% |
Studio
Average rent
$795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$945
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,238
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,625
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last year
2%
Medina Valley
Average rent
$1,745
Stone Oak
Average rent
$2,057
Downtown San Antonio
Average rent
$1,775
Highland Hills
Average rent
$1,273
Southwest San Antonio
Average rent
$1,600
Highland Park
Average rent
$1,312
Tobin Hill
Average rent
$1,485
Riverside
Average rent
$950
Government Hil
Average rent
$1,150
Harvard Place Eastlawn
Average rent
$1,124
Apartments
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$1,700
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$646
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in San Antonio, TX, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in San Antonio, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in San Antonio and Alamo Heights by all bedroom counts and property types.
San Antonio
21%lower than the national median
12%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in San Antonio, TX is 29% lower than the median rent in Alamo Heights, TX.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,124
$949
3%$1,977
2%$1,657
2%$1,997
$1,415
9%$1,460
12%$1,624
7%$1,912
2%$1,603
7%$1,838
39%$1,231
1%Cost of living in San Antonio, TX
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 8% lower |
| Health | 23% higher |
| Housing | 26% lower |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 14% lower |
Discover rentals in San Antonio, TX
5d+ ago
Southwest San Antonio house for rent in San Antonio
4015 Belby Flds, San Antonio, TX 78073
1 bed
1 bath
$325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 30
5d+ ago
Southwest San Antonio house for rent in San Antonio
Belby Flds #NA, San Antonio, TX 78073
5 beds
4 baths
$325
Price dropped $325Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 30
20h ago
4750 W Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78242
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$491–$1,969
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1530 Wild Fire, San Antonio, TX 78251
1 bed
1 bath
$500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Dominion house for rent in San Antonio
6 Turin Ct, San Antonio, TX 78257
5 beds
4.5 baths
$12,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Antonio
1230 Richland Hills Dr #NA, San Antonio, TX 78251
3 beds
2 baths
$12,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Jul 28
1h ago
300 N Main Ave, San Antonio, TX 78205
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,610–$12,515
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
12h ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$11,561
Price dropped $414Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1h ago
Verified
950 E Bitters Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$807–$1,356
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
226 Newell Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215
Studio–2 beds
0–2 baths
$1,572–$4,890
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
130 Camino De Oro, San Antonio, TX 78224
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$679–$1,060
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
44m ago
Verified
23609 Canyon Golf Rd, San Antonio, TX 78260
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,764–$3,189
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 6
14h ago
Verified
1700 S Hamilton St, San Antonio, TX 78207
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$726–$1,497
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
130 Camino De Oro, San Antonio, TX 78224
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$679–$1,060
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
1320 Austin Hwy, San Antonio, TX 78209
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,007–$1,927
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
15h ago
Verified
17803 La Cantera Ter, San Antonio, TX 78256
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,077–$2,530
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
950 E Bitters Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$807–$1,356
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
226 Newell Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215
Studio–2 beds
0–2 baths
$1,572–$4,890
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
130 Camino De Oro, San Antonio, TX 78224
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$679–$1,060
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
4510 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247
3 beds
2 baths
$2,247–$3,493
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
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Frequently asked questions for San Antonio, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the San Antonio rental market.
How much is rent in San Antonio?
The average rent in San Antonio is $1,499 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in San Antonio?
Average rent prices in San Antonio have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does San Antonio rent compare to the national average?
Rent in San Antonio is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $401 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in San Antonio?
The most affordable neighborhoods in San Antonio are Riverside ($950/mo), Harvard Place Eastlawn ($1,124/mo), and Government Hil ($1,150/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in San Antonio?
To comfortably afford rent in San Antonio, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in San Antonio?
April offers the lowest rents in San Antonio, while January sees the highest prices with about a 3.4% difference between these months. March tends to be the most competitive with higher demand relative to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
San Antonio Metro Report
The Zumper San Antonio Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Texas one bedroom median rent was $1,099 last month.
The Most Expensive
- New Braunfels ranked as the most expensive city with rent at $1,180.
- Seguin was the second priciest with rent priced at $1,000.
- San Antonio & Universal City tied for third with rents both at $950.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- San Antonio had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 8.7%.
- New Braunfels saw rent drop 1.7%, making it second.
About
The Zumper San Antonio Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.