Besides being one of the fastest growing cities in Texas and the County Seat of Bexar County, San Antonio, TX holds the distinction of being the 7th largest city in the US with more than 1.3 million inhabitants.  The city was founded by Spanish Missionaries in the early 1700's and is best known as the site of the historic Battle of the Alamo.

Rich in Texas history and abounding in famous attractions such as the River Walk, the Alamo, the Tower of the Americas, and Sea World, more than 20 million visitors come to San Antonio each year.  Besides the tourism industry, other key industries of the San Antonio area are healthcare-biomedical research and development, and the military. It is also home to several military installations such as Brooks City-Base, Camp Bullis, Camp Stanley, Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base, and Randolph Air Force Base.

Education

San Antonio, TX’s elementary and secondary education is unlike other school systems.  San Antonio has 19 schools districts which operate independently.  Each has its own superintendent, elected board of education, and its own taxing authority.  While being independent from each other, they all are under the Texas Education Agency in Austin.  Total enrollment for students in San Antonio is over 75,000, and there are 54 elementary, 14, middle, and 12 high school facilities to accommodate these students.

Higher education opportunities are accommodated at several institutions such as the University of Texas at San Antonio; Trinity University, a private Presbyterian four-year school offering liberal arts and science degrees; St. Mary’s University, known for its law and business schools; University of the Incarnate Word, known for it’s outstanding nursing programs; and many others as well as junior colleges.  These are just a few of the fine institutions in San Antonio.

Climate in San Antonio

San Antonio TX climate alternates between dry and humid, depending upon the way the winds are blowing.  Summers are usually hot, with July and August daytime highs averaging 95 degrees F, and winters are mild to cool with average overnight lows in January of 39 degrees F.  Rain is more prevalent in spring and fall.

San Antonio Homes for Sale

There are seven distinct communities providing San Antonio Homes for sale:

• Bulverde Gardens has garden homes starting from the mid-$190s.  These single story and one and a half story homes range in size from 1,663 square feet to 2,830 square feet.
• Canyon Ranch Estates is a gated community with large (1/2 acre) tree-covered home sites.  Canyon Ranch offers an easy commute into the city, and best of all – no city taxes!  Prices in this community start at $279,000.
• The Cliffs at Cibolo is an upscale development where homes range from 2,512 to 3,048 square feet.  If you’re looking to build, you can select from several room options to customize your new home.  Prices begin at $248,000.
• The Presidio is a new master-planned community in north central San Antonio.  The community has three distinct neighborhoods:  The Point (prices start at $197,000), The Hills (prices start at $247,000 for homes starting at 2,512 square feet), The Overlook (prices start at $262,000 for homes ranging from approximately 2,500 square feet to over 3,300 square feet, some with 3-car garages).
• The Reserve at Westcreek features homes with generous lots, plenty of shade trees and prices beginning in the $180,000's.
• Villages at Stone Oak offers affordable homes in the Stone Oak Master Planned Community.  This area is surrounded by rolling hills.  Prices for these homes begin in the mid-$160s.
• WestOak Estates is another gated community of estate homes with country charm sitting on 1/2 to nearly 2 acres of land.  Prices for these homes start at $301,000.

San Antonio homes for sale offer a wide variety of styles and locations around the area with the convenience of easy access to all the amenities that San Antonio has to offer. 

When you're ready to make a move, or even if you are just starting your search and you have questions, call me at 210-483-6365, or use the form below to send an email.  I'll be glad to put my expertise and local market knowledge to work for you!

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