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The Best Neighborhoods for San Antonio Apartment Living


If you’re looking for a new apartment in San Antonio, then you’re in luck. As it turns out, San Antonio is populated by a number of amazing neighborhoods and apartment communities. Here’s a quick list of some of the most popular neighborhoods in and around the city. 

Downtown San Antonio

If an active downtown community is your thing, then living in a downtown San Antonio apartment just might be the right choice for you. Downtown San Antonio is alive with shopping, fine dining and numerous nightlife destinations. It’s also close to other popular spots such as The Alamo and Market Square. If you’re working downtown, living in the same area is simple logic to many.

Alamo Heights

Family-friendly Alamo Heights is considered to be one of the best and most affluent places to live around San Antonio. In addition to beautiful tree-lined streets, Alamo Heights also features excellent schools and a variety of high-end shopping and dining venues. This area boasts a mix of upscale apartments and historic homes. It’s also where you will find the celebrated McNay Art Museum. 

The Pearl District

You might have heard of Pearl Beer or Pearl Fine Lager. The Pearl District is home to the world-famous Pearl Brewery but there’s so much more to it than that. This trendy neighborhood also features luxury apartments and fine dining as well as boutique shopping and a vibrant art scene. Here you will also find a very active schedule of events including a popular farmer’s market, Movie Mondays at Pearl Park and Yoga Under the Stars, among others.

Medical Center

This is clearly a popular area for local healthcare professionals. It features a variety of San Antonio luxury apartments, convenient public transportation and quick access to area hospitals including UT Health San Antonio. 

Southtown

If you prefer an artsy or eclectic vibe, then Southtown District, aka King William District, may be for you. Southtown is renowned for its unique architecture and lively arts scene. This is where you will also find a variety of loft-style apartments and easy access to cafes and locally owned coffee shops. 

Shavano Park

Shavano Park is a spacious and quiet district that brings a comfortable mix of luxury apartments and town homes. The Shavano Park website immediately boasts “City Living with Country Charm.” This North San Antonio community is an excellent choice for those who are looking for that suburban lifestyle while also staying close to the city. If a more relaxed atmosphere is what you want, then this could be the community for you. 

Shavano Park apartments may be a great option and the beautiful and luxurious Lyra Apartments may fit the bill. Lyra’s residents love to brag about our location and long list of modern amenities. If you’re looking for a one- or two-bedroom apartment in San Antonio, we invite you to take a closer look at our spacious floor plans and then call or schedule a tour. Luxury apartment life in the Alamo City awaits.

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