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    8671 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78242
    4 Units available
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    2 BEDS $1,025+
    3 BEDS $1,135+
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    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 25, 2025

    Excelente lugar para vivir, comodo y limpio

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    The staff here is really i to the holidays and try to make it special for everyone.

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    5350 W. Military Drive, San Antonio, TX 78242
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $750+
    2 BEDS $875+
    3 BEDS $1,099+
  • 13141 Northwest Fwy.? 3-4 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    13141 Northwest Fwy.?, Houston, TX 77040
    3 BEDS $1,475+
    4 BEDS $1,610
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    6010 Ray Ellison Boulevard, San Antonio, TX 78242
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $834
    2 BEDS $1,114
    3 BEDS $1,280
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    8630 Elk Runner St, San Antonio, TX 78242
    4 BEDS $1,373
  • A living room with a large orange sofa and a wooden floor.
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    7039 Diamond Valley, San Antonio, TX 78242
    4 BEDS $2,200
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  • a living room with blue chairs and a green rug
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    2254 Brian Mcelroy Drive, San Antonio, TX 78236
    2 BEDS $1,643
    3 BEDS $1,803
    4 BEDS $1,899
  • a brick house with a sidewalk in front of it
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    13141 Northwest Fwy.?, Houston, TX 77040
    3 BEDS $1,795
    4 BEDS $1,700
  • 13141 Northwest Fwy.? 3-4 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    13141 Northwest Fwy.?, Houston, TX 77040
    3 BEDS $1,575+
    4 BEDS $1,870+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a fan on the ceiling.
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    212 Bynum Ave, San Antonio, TX 78211
    3 BEDS $1,100
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and black appliances.
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    5411 Duke Field, San Antonio, TX 78227
    4 BEDS $1,885
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a window.
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    146 Caddo, San Antonio, TX 78211
    2 BEDS $1,200
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    12955 Fischer Rd, Von Ormy, TX 78073
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,025
    2 BEDS $1,232
    3 BEDS $1,418
  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave in a room
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    10127 TX-16, San Antonio, TX 78224
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $850+
    3 BEDS $975+
    4 BEDS $1,576
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stove top oven.
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    1404 Somerset Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211
    2 BEDS $900
  • a swimming pool in front of an apartment building
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    6303 West Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
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  • A modern kitchen with a stove top oven and a sink.
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    8415 V. Verona, San Antonio, TX 78227
    3 BEDS $1,650
  • A modern kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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    9930 Poteet Jourdanton Fwy, San Antonio, TX 78224
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $481+
    2 BEDS $795+
    3 BEDS $601+
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  • a beige house with a garage door and a lawn
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    13141 Northwest Fwy.?, Houston, TX 77040
    3 BEDS $1,575+
    4 BEDS $1,795
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator.
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    514 Primrose Ln, San Antonio, TX 78227
    3 BEDS $1,650
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and a sink
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    2525 Castroville Road, San Antonio, TX 78237
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a grey door.
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    2417 Castroville Rd, San Antonio, TX 78237
    2 BEDS $1,060
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    2417 Castroville Rd, San Antonio, TX 78237
    2 BEDS $1,060
  • a yellow house with a yellow garage door and a green lawn
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    13141 Northwest Fwy.?, Houston, TX 77040
    3 BEDS $1,575
    4 BEDS $1,675
  • a blue house with a red door and a driveway
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    1431 Cantrell Drive, San Antonio, TX 78221
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    2 BEDS $1,300
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78242 rent trends

Rental prices in 78242 have decreased by 2.59% over the past year. The average rent moved from $943 to $919.

Average rent in 78242

$919/mo 78242 average rental price, September 2025
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    What's the typical rent budget in 78242?

    The largest share of rentals in 78242 (79%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in 78242, TX

    49 /100
    Car-Dependent
    30 /100
    Some Transit
    40 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 30, Bike Score®: 40

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in 78242 last updated?

    Prices and availability in 78242 were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in 78242?

    The best apartments in 78242 are: Valley Ridge, Port Royal Apartment Homes, Tesoro Hills, Freedom Hills Ranch Apartments and 8630 Elk Runner St.

    What is the average rent in 78242?

    The average rent in 78242 is $852.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 78242?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in 78242 is between $750 and $1,750.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 78242?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in 78242 is between $875 and $1,425.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in 78242?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in 78242 is between $1,099 and $1,610.

    What type of rental buildings are in 78242?

    In 78242 47% of the housing is rented out compared to 53% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 6% of 78242’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 37% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 45% are single-family rentals.

    78242 demographics

    • 35,976Total Population
    • 17,861 Female
      18,115 Male
    • 29Median Age

    78242 households

    • 8,138 Family
      2,528 Non-family
    • 5,052 Children
      5,614 No Children
    • 10,666Total Number of Households
    • 3Average People Per Household
    • $48,979Median Household Income

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