LRG Realty · Guadalupe County

Homes for Sale in Cibolo, TX

Cibolo sits along FM 78 east of Schertz with a median sale price near $350,000 and roughly 70 days on market. The city of 35,109 draws Military families and first-time buyers with new construction, SCUC ISD schools, and proximity to Randolph AFB.

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Market Data

Cibolo Market Snapshot

$350K
Median Price
70
Days on Market
250
Active Listings
$170
Per Sq Ft
$1,500
Median Rent

Source: Redfin & RentCafe Q1 2026 estimates. Verify before making purchase decisions.

Census ACS 5-Year

Cibolo Demographics

Population, income, and housing tenure for the city and surrounding Guadalupe County.

Housing Tenure & Population
Owner-occupiedRenter-occupied
City vs County
  • Population35,109 / 174,000
  • Median household income$90,000 / $82,000
  • Median home value$320,000
  • Median age33.0 yrs
  • Population growth5.8% (2019–24)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).

Drive Times

Cibolo Commute Times

Cibolo connects to San Antonio via I-35 through Schertz and to Randolph AFB via FM 78.

DestinationDistanceOff-PeakRush Hour
Randolph AFB~5 mi via FM 788–10 min10–12 min
Downtown San Antonio~25 mi via I-3525–30 min40–50 min
JBSA–Fort Sam Houston~20 mi20–25 min35–45 min
New Braunfels~18 mi via FM 78/I-3520 min25–30 min

Drive times are approximate estimates from Cibolo city center. Actual times vary by route and traffic conditions.

Buyer Briefing

Cibolo at a Glance

✓ Why Buy in Cibolo
Military community
Adjacent to Randolph AFB via Schertz. Strong Military family infrastructure.
New construction
Active builders with homes from the $280s.
SCUC ISD
Same well-regarded district as Schertz.
Small-town feel
Still maintains community identity despite growth.
⚠ What to Watch For
FM 78 congestion
Two-lane road backs up during peak hours.
Guadalupe County taxes
~2.15% effective.
Limited retail
Most shopping requires driving to Schertz or SA.
MUD districts
Some newer areas carry MUD overlays.

Flood data: FEMA Flood Map Service Center.

Costs & Timeline

What It Costs to Buy in Cibolo

Property taxes
Cibolo’s effective property tax rate runs approximately 2.15%. On a $350000 home that’s roughly $7,525/year before the homestead exemption. For current rates and exemption forms, visit the Guadalupe Appraisal District.
Closing timeline
Cash transactions close in 14 to 21 days. Financed purchases run 30 to 45 days depending on lender and appraisal turnaround.
HOA presence
HOA $40–$120/month in master-planned. Green Valley and Town Creek often no HOA.

Tax data: Guadalupe Appraisal District, 2024 certified values.

Use our monthly payment stack checklist to estimate your all-in housing cost.

Where to Look

Cibolo Neighborhoods

For detailed neighborhood comparisons, see our Cibolo neighborhood guide.

Cibolo Canyons

Large community with resort amenities, JW Marriott. Homes $350s–$600s.

Alton Ranch

Newer master-planned. Homes from $280s.

Turning Stone

Overlaps Schertz/Cibolo border. Homes from $300s.

Town Creek

Established. Homes $250s–$350s. SCUC ISD.

Deer Creek

Newer subdivision. Homes from $300s.

Green Valley

Affordable established. Homes from $220s.

Education

Cibolo Schools

SchoolGradesEnrollmentDistrict
Cibolo Valley ElementaryPK-5~650SCUC ISD
Schlather Intermediate3-5~580SCUC ISD
Watts ElementaryPK-2~520SCUC ISD
SchoolGradesDistrict
Corbett Junior High6-8SCUC ISD
SchoolGradesDistrict
Steele High School9-12SCUC ISD
DistrictSchoolsEnrollment
SCUC ISD16~15,000

School data: GreatSchools.org & NCES Common Core of Data. Verify enrollment eligibility directly with the district.

Common Questions

Cibolo Buyer FAQs

Median home price in Cibolo?
Approximately $350,000, averaging $170/sqft.
How far from San Antonio?
About 25 miles NE, 25–30 min off-peak.
Best neighborhoods?
Cibolo Canyons (resort amenities), Alton Ranch (new builds), Town Creek (established value).
Good for Military?
Yes — Randolph AFB 8–10 min, JBSA–Fort Sam 20–25 min.
School district?
SCUC ISD with 16 campuses and ~15,000 students.
Property taxes?
~2.15% effective (Guadalupe County).
New construction?
Active — Alton Ranch, Deer Creek, and newer Cibolo Canyons sections.
Flood zone?
Mostly Zone X. Cibolo Creek is Zone AE.