Updated Oct 13, 2026 3 min read

The Floodgate River Walk Review: Pros, Cons & Specials (2026)

Inside this guide
  1. The Floodgate at a glance
  2. Pros and cons
  3. Location
  4. What should I ask before applying?
  5. Frequently asked questions
  6. Want help finding your San Antonio apartment? It’s free.

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By Alexander Concepcion, Taco Street Locating. Details checked Oct 13, 2026 against The Floodgate’s own website.

Quick answer: The Floodgate is a boutique high-rise with 63 one- to three-bedroom residences at 143 E Commerce St, directly on the San Antonio River Walk. Its site advertises 8 weeks free when you lease, with restrictions, expiring December 31, 2026 (checked Oct 13, 2026).

The Floodgate at a glance

Homes63 one-, two- and three-bedroom residences
Price on its siteAsk for current pricing (checked Oct 13, 2026)
Special8 weeks free; restrictions apply; expires December 31, 2026 (checked Oct 13, 2026)
AmenitiesFitness facility, yoga and meditation area, billiard room, WiFi in each home, automated parking garage, EV charging (coming soon)
LocationDirectly on the River Walk, near the Majestic Theatre

Rents and specials change daily, so confirm current pricing with the leasing office before you apply. Prices not shown on the property’s site are left as “ask”; we don’t guess.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Small building with only 63 homes
  • Direct River Walk address
  • Automated parking garage
  • Advertised special with a clear end date

Cons

  • No prices posted on the home page
  • EV charging is listed as coming soon
  • Downtown tourist traffic along the river

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Location

The Floodgate is at 143 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, in the Downtown area. For more buildings nearby, see our guide to Downtown San Antonio apartments and the San Antonio apartment hub.

School zoning: San Antonio ISD.

What should I ask before applying?

  • The total monthly price with required fees, not just base rent.
  • How the special is applied and the minimum lease term it needs.
  • Parking type and cost.
  • Pet fees, pet rent and any breed or weight rules.

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent at The Floodgate?

Its home page does not list prices (checked Oct 13, 2026). Ask the leasing office or let me pull current pricing for you.

Does The Floodgate have a special?

Its site advertises 8 weeks free with restrictions, expiring December 31, 2026 (checked Oct 13, 2026).

How many apartments are at The Floodgate?

Its site lists 63 residences, one to three bedrooms.

Where is The Floodgate?

At 143 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205, directly on the River Walk.

What amenities does The Floodgate have?

A fitness facility, yoga and meditation area, billiard room, WiFi in each home and an automated parking garage, per its site.

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