Apartments Near Medical Center San Antonio

The Alto is about 3 miles from the South Texas Medical Center: 3.0 miles to UT Health San Antonio (about 7 minutes by car) and 3.1 miles to Methodist Hospital (about 8 minutes), measured outside rush hour.

We’re a townhome-style apartment community in Northwest San Antonio (ZIP 78238), with 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans, a pool and a pet-friendly policy.

How Close The Alto Is to South Texas Medical Center

Distances from The Alto, measured in Google Maps outside rush hour (October 2026):

Allow extra time at rush hour.

What to Know About The Alto

Six things to know:

1. Townhome-style, no elevators. The leasing office can walk you through each floor plan.
2. Washer and dryer connections. Apartments have washer and dryer connections.
3. Inside Leon Valley. The Alto is inside the city of Leon Valley, with a San Antonio mailing address (ZIP 78238).
4. 1 and 2 bedroom floor plans. See square footage and current availability on the floor plans page.
5. Pet-friendly community. Up to two pets per apartment, with a $400 one-time pet fee and $25 monthly pet rent per pet. Ask the leasing office about breed and weight limits.
6. Wood-burning fireplaces in select apartments. Ask the leasing office which floor plans include one.

1 & 2 Bedroom Floor Plans at The Alto

We have 1 and 2 bedroom townhome-style apartments in 78238. Floor plans range in size — see all current 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans with sq ft and current availability. Pricing varies by floor plan and lease term; call the leasing office for current numbers.

Amenities at The Alto

• Pool — open daily 8 AM – 10 PM; hours may vary by season
• Pet-friendly community — see full amenities list
• On-site management — Monday–Friday 9–6, Saturday 10–4
• Wood-burning fireplaces — in select units, real fireplace not gas
• 24/7 emergency maintenance
• Reserved parking available — for an additional monthly fee
• VIA bus access — public transportation nearby

Medical Center Commute FAQ

Do you offer short-term or corporate leases?
Lease terms are set case by case. Call the leasing office to ask about current options.

Does The Alto have quiet hours?
Yes. The community has quiet hours, and the pool is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM to match them; pool hours may vary by season. Call the leasing office for the full community policies.

Is there a fitness center?
No. The Alto does not currently have an on-site fitness center.

How far is The Alto from UT Health and Methodist Hospital?
UT Health San Antonio is 3.0 miles away, about 7 minutes by car, and Methodist Hospital is 3.1 miles, about 8 minutes, both measured outside rush hour.

What’s the pet policy?
We allow up to two pets per apartment, with a $400 one-time pet fee and $25 monthly pet rent per pet. Breed and weight limits apply — call the leasing office for the current policy.

How far ahead should I apply?
We recommend applying 2–3 weeks before your move-in date. Application processing takes 1–2 business days. If you’re moving from out of state, ask about virtual tours.