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With 1.1 million residents (1.6 million in the greater metro area), San Antonio is the ninth-largest city in the United States, and one of the fastest growing. This Texas metropolis offers residents and visitors a unique culture and lifestyle, with its blend of Old West history and urban amenities. When you.re exploring San Antonio's apartments for rent, you can also take in a play, wander through an art gallery, cheer at pro sports—and don't forget the Alamo! San Antonio's biggest claim to fame is open every day of the year except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Quality of Life
San Antonio's landscape of rolling hills and a narrow river that winds through the area makes it a uniquely attractive big city. Its numerous plazas, parks, historic buildings and spacious residential streets add to the local beauty. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the tropical climate, with hot, rainy summers and mild winters (the average winter temperature is a balmy 65 degrees!).

In winter especially, people love to enjoy the many outdoor attractions of the city, including the Paseo del Rio (River Walk), a popular riverside walkway with shops and restaurants. There's also Brackenridge Park, a huge recreational complex that houses a historic carousel, Japanese Tea Gardens, one of the nation's largest zoos and other attractions. Basketball fans flock to the SBC Center to watch NBA team San Antonio Spurs and WNBA team San Antonio Silver Stars. Cultural sites include the San Antonio Museum of Art, the Little Village (an arts and crafts community) and Market Square (a Mexican style market).

Where the Jobs Are
It's no wonder San Antonio is sometimes called the "Military City"—there are five military bases located here for the Army and Air Force, which are major employers for the area. Healthcare and research are two industries on the rise, but the greatest growth is seen in the tourism and convention industry. San Antonio's mild winter climate and interesting attractions make it a magnet for tourists and conventions seeking to escape cold winter weather in other parts of the nation. Consequently, service industries and other sectors related to tourism are major sources of jobs.

Cost of Living & Apartment Prices
If you still have any hesitation about relocating to San Antonio, there's one fact that may close the deal: The overall cost of living here is a whopping 24% below the national average, with houses and apartments approximately 30% below the national average! In fact, the median price for apartments is $550, and that figure takes into account the many luxury apartment rentals available. It's not hard to find comfortable, decent apartments at a great price. One-bedroom, one-bath apartments range from $400-850; two-bedroom, two-bath apartments go for $525-$1,200; and three-bedroom, two-bath apartment rentals cost $750-$1,800 per month.