Homes for Sale in San Antonio, TX: Listings, Neighborhoods & Market Data (2026)
by Levi Rodgers | Jun 4, 2026
LRG Realty · Bexar County
Homes for Sale in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and the seventh-largest in the U.S., with nearly 1.5 million residents across Bexar County. The city anchors a metro of over 2 million people, driven by military installations (JBSA-Lackland, Fort Sam Houston, Randolph), healthcare (South Texas Medical Center), financial services (USAA), and tourism. Median home prices near $260K and no state income tax make San Antonio one of the most affordable major metros in the country.
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San Antonio Market Snapshot
Source: Redfin (sale price, DOM, sqft); RentCafe (rent). Snapshot data; verify before making purchase decisions.
Census ACS 5-Year
San Antonio Demographics
Population, income, and housing tenure for the city and surrounding Bexar County.
Housing Tenure & Population
Owner-occupiedRenter-occupied
City vs County
- Population1,458,954 / 2,095,426
- Median household income$62,917 / $71,071
- Median home value$235,700 / $244,100
- Median age34.6 yrs
- Population growth (2022–23)4.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
Drive Times
San Antonio Commute Times
Approximate driving times from central San Antonio. Peak times reflect weekday morning/evening commutes.
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour |
|---|
| Downtown San Antonio | Varies by neighborhood | 10–25 min | 20–40 min |
| JBSA-Lackland AFB | ~15 mi from downtown | 20 min | 25–35 min |
| USAA HQ (Fredericksburg Rd) | ~12 mi from downtown | 15–20 min | 25–35 min |
| South Texas Medical Center | ~10 mi from downtown | 15 min | 20–30 min |
| Austin (via I-35) | ~80 mi | 70–80 min | 90–120 min |
Approximate driving distances and times. Actual times vary by origin neighborhood, route, traffic, and conditions.
Buyer Briefing
San Antonio at a Glance
Military City USA
San Antonio hosts Joint Base San Antonio (Lackland, Fort Sam Houston, Randolph, Camp Bullis). Military and defense employment anchors a significant share of the metro economy and drives strong VA loan demand.
Affordable major metro
Median sale prices near $260K make San Antonio significantly more affordable than Austin, Dallas, or Houston. No state income tax. Property tax rates vary by municipality but average 2.0%–2.5% across Bexar County.
Healthcare & biotech hub
South Texas Medical Center is the largest medical complex in South Texas. Major employers include University Health, Methodist Healthcare, and the UT Health Science Center.
Diverse neighborhoods
From historic King William and Monte Vista to suburban Stone Oak and Alamo Ranch, San Antonio offers dramatically different lifestyle options within a 30-minute drive radius.
Property taxes
Bexar County’s combined effective tax rate ranges from 2.0% to 2.5% depending on city, school district, and special district overlays. Texas has no state income tax.
Closing costs
Buyers in Bexar County typically pay 2% to 4% of the purchase price in closing costs. Title insurance, appraisal, survey, and lender fees are the main components.
Costs & Timeline
What It Costs to Buy in San Antonio
Median sale price
$260,000 as of March 2026. Prices range from under $180K on the south and east sides to $500K+ in Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, and the Dominion. New construction starts in the low $200s in far-west and far-north communities.
Price per square foot
$153 per square foot median. Downtown and Alamo Heights run $200+/sqft. South and east SA run $120–$140/sqft. Suburban new construction averages $150–$175/sqft.
Property tax burden
Combined rates range from 2.0% to 2.5% of assessed value depending on location. On a $260K home in NEISD, expect roughly $5,700–$6,500 per year before homestead exemption.
HOA fees
Older established neighborhoods (Terrell Hills, Monte Vista, Beacon Hill) generally have no HOA. Master-planned communities (Alamo Ranch, Cibolo Canyons, Esperanza) charge $50–$150/month.
VA loan usage
San Antonio has one of the highest VA loan volumes in the U.S. due to JBSA. Zero down, no PMI, and competitive rates. Sellers and listing agents throughout the metro are accustomed to VA transactions.
Rental comparison
Median rent is $1,258/month. A $260K purchase with VA financing (zero down, ~6.5% rate) produces a payment near $2,100 including taxes and insurance. Buying builds equity but costs roughly $800/month more than renting.
Where to Look
San Antonio Neighborhoods
Stone Oak / North Central
San Antonio’s premier suburban corridor. Top-rated NEISD schools, master-planned amenities, and median prices from $350K to $600K+.
Stone Oak guide →
Talk to an agent →Lackland / Westside
Affordable housing near JBSA-Lackland AFB. Prices from the low $100s. Strong VA loan usage. Edgewood and Southwest ISDs.
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San Antonio Schools
San Antonio is served by 15+ independent school districts. The district depends entirely on the property address, not the city name.
| District | TEA Rating | Approx. Enrollment | Notable Areas Served |
|---|
| North East ISD (NEISD) | A | ~64,000 | Stone Oak, Churchill, Reagan, Lee corridors |
| Northside ISD (NISD) | B | ~100,000 | Alamo Ranch, Westover Hills, Helotes, far northwest |
| Alamo Heights ISD | A | ~5,000 | Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park |
| Judson ISD | B | ~23,000 | Live Oak, Converse, Universal City, Randolph area |
| San Antonio ISD | B | ~46,000 | Downtown, Southtown, near-east/west side |
| Southwest ISD | B | ~13,000 | Southwest SA near Lackland |
| Schertz-Cibolo-UC ISD | A | ~18,000 | Schertz, Cibolo, northeast corridor |
TEA ratings and enrollment are approximate. Verify exact campus assignment by property address via each district’s website. District boundaries do not follow city limits.
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Common Questions
San Antonio Buyer FAQs
Is San Antonio a good place to buy a home in 2026?
San Antonio offers some of the most affordable housing among major U.S. metros, with median prices near $260K and no state income tax. The military, healthcare, and financial services economy provides stable employment. The tradeoff is summer heat and property tax rates that partially offset the income tax savings.
What are the best neighborhoods in San Antonio?
It depends on priorities. Stone Oak and NEISD corridors for top-rated schools. Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills for established walkable neighborhoods. Alamo Ranch and far-west for affordable new construction. Southtown and King William for urban walkability. Lackland-area for proximity to JBSA and the lowest price points.
How do property taxes work in San Antonio?
Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are higher than the national average. Bexar County’s combined effective rate ranges from 2.0% to 2.5% when city, county, school, and special district levies are combined. The $100K school homestead exemption significantly reduces the school-district portion for primary residences.
What school districts serve San Antonio?
San Antonio has 15+ independent school districts. NEISD and Alamo Heights ISD are rated A by TEA. Northside ISD is the largest by enrollment. The district depends on the property address, not the city name—two houses on the same street can feed into different districts.
How far is San Antonio from Austin?
San Antonio is about 80 miles south of Austin via I-35. Off-peak drive time is 70 to 80 minutes. Rush hour on I-35 through New Braunfels and San Marcos can push it to 90 to 120 minutes. The planned I-35 expansion should improve corridor travel times over the next several years.
