Far West Side

San Antonio, TX

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Far West Side - San Antonio, TX

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A sprawling suburban expanse that edges into amazing natural beauty

Pastoral Suburban Outdoors Nature Peaceful

The Far West Side is a broad area that encompasses a large portion of land that’s far less developed than the urban network within San Antonio’s perimeter roads. Renters in search of space and affordability in this Texas city will find endless options in the Far West Side. You’ll also be close to the amazing natural beauty that surrounds San Antonio. Government Canyon State Natural Area and the San Antonio Aquarium call the area home, providing an even mix of outdoor recreation and tourist hotspots.

Medina Lake is just to the west of this vast suburb, and the always-popular Six Flags Fiesta Texas sits just to the north. Renting an apartment in San Antonio’s Far West Side will show you a different side of the Alamo City, and the conveniences of Downtown San Antonio are just a few minutes away.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Far West Side is $943 for a studio, $1,147 for one bedroom, $1,454 for two bedrooms, and $1,868 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Far West Side has decreased by -4.7% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 516 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $943/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 704 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,147/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,046 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,454/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,428 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,868/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

5

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

30

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Government Canyon State Natural Area
  • Sea World San Antonio
  • Cathedral Rock Nature Park
  • Heritage Duck Pond Park
  • Nani Falcone Park

Airports

  • San Antonio International

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