Cheap Apartments for Rent in 78242
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1-2 BathsLeon Creek Flats | 7515 Holm Rd #2101,
San Antonio, TX 78242
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$549 - $1,099/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsArbors on Rustleaf Apartments | 150 Rustleaf Dr #3-A,
San Antonio, TX 78242
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$553 - $1,641/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsPalladium San Antonio | 4750 W Military Dr #2342,
San Antonio, TX 78242
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$570 - $849/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathParkVista Apartments | 5470 W Military Dr #1813,
San Antonio, TX 78242
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PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED$900 - $1,300/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsFreedom Hills Ranch Apartments | 6010 Ray Ellison Dr #8849972,
San Antonio, TX 78242
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,031 - $1,240/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsResidences at Pearsall Park | 5415 Ray Ellison Blvd #2214,
San Antonio, TX 78242
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Average Rent Trends in 78242
Rent in 78242 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,710 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,710 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,710 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,700 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,561 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,550 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,595 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,600 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,540 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,595 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,540 |
| May 2026 | $1,540 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $900 | $986 | $1,540 | $1,680 | $1,540 |
| Apartments and Condos | $950 | $695 | $1,260 | $646 | $950 |
| Houses | — | $975 | $1,550 | $1,700 | $1,610 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 78242
- What is the average rent of an apartment in 78242?The average rent of an apartment in 78242 is $983 per month. This is about 49% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in 78242?The average rent of a house in 78242 is $1,610 per month. This is about 17% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in 78242?In the last year, the average rent in 78242 was lowest in Nov 2025 when it was $1,550 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in 78242?In the last year, the average rent in 78242 was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,710 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 78242?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 78242 is $900 per month. That is about $230 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in 78242?There are 73 available rental listings in 78242.
- What are some cities near 78242?Some nearby cities include: Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Atascosa, Leon Valley, Balcones Heights, Olmos Park. These cities may have more rental options to explore.