Balcones Heights

Balcones Heights

Located in Bexar County

$241,302 Average Value
$151 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Neighborhood is centrally located

A city within a city, Balcones Heights is packed with independent Texas spirit. It's got its own mayor and events, including a popular jazz festival held at a local mall. Interstates 10 and 410 cradle the city, providing accessible transit options for residents who work in downtown San Antonino and beyond. "It's an entry-level area to buy a house because it's centrally located. You can get anywhere in the city in 20 to 30 minutes," says RJ Reyes, a Realtor with Keller Williams San Antonio, who has been selling real estate in the city for 21 years.

Neighborhood features ranch-style homes

Homes in Balcones Heights start at around $250,000 and can reach up to about $450,000. The sun-drenched streets typically have little tree cover and are lined with sidewalks, and lawns tend to be well-kept. You'll normally spot ranch-style homes in this neighborhood, but Spanish Revival and split levels are mixed in throughout the city. You'll find plenty of driveways the curve in front of houses, leaving space for plenty of parking off the street.

Ranch homes are the general style through the Balcones Heights neighborhood.
Ranch homes are the general style through the Balcones Heights neighborhood.
Ranch homes throughout Balcones Heights vary in style; some feature brick or stone exteriors.
Ranch homes throughout Balcones Heights vary in style; some feature brick or stone exteriors.
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High school has robust athletics program

Students in the area are part of the San Antonio Independent School District, which has a C-minus rating on Niche. The area's youngest learners begin their academic journey at Maverick Elementary School, which has a C-minus rating on Niche. Students continue at C-minus rated Longfellow Middle School and conclude their secondary educational journey at Thomas Jefferson High School, which has a C rating on Niche. The school is particularly known for its sports programs, and it's common to see area residents come out and support the Mustangs. Clubs are popular as well, and students can choose from nearly 25 extracurricular groups, including jazz band and animation.

Students residing in Balcones Heights will attend Longfellow Middle School.
Students residing in Balcones Heights will attend Longfellow Middle School.
Thomas Jefferson High, outside Balcones Heights, has many notable alumni.
Thomas Jefferson High, outside Balcones Heights, has many notable alumni.
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Local park offers a variety of amenities

To get some fresh air, locals head to Woodlawn Lake Park. "Woodlawn Lake is where most people, if they want to visit a park," Reyes says. In addition to the lake in the park's center, you'll also find a public pool, gym, sports fields and courts around the park.

Rogiers Park, in Balcones Heights, has covered tables providing shade for park outings.
Rogiers Park, in Balcones Heights, has covered tables providing shade for park outings.

Chain retail and dining are close at hand

Balcones Heights is home to a variety of businesses to suit residents' daily needs. Wonderland of Americas is a popular shopping mall just off Interstates 10 and 41. It's home to Target, Burlington, Starbucks and other businesses -- which all add to the self-contained atmosphere of the city. There are also a variety of fast-casual restaurants at the mall, like Rico's Burgers and Starbucks. You can grab a bite to eat at Babe's Old Fashioned Food, a local favorite that serves classic burgers and fries. This cheery join has a colorful green and white striped exterior and a brightly lit interior with picnic chairs and high tables throughout. Dave and Busters is also a popular spot for locals to spend time on weekends.

Babe's Old Fashioned Food, in Balcones Heights, is known for its good food and quick service.
Babe's Old Fashioned Food, in Balcones Heights, is known for its good food and quick service.
Nearly every store type is represented in the Balcones Heights neighborhood.
Nearly every store type is represented in the Balcones Heights neighborhood.
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Jazz festival held in the summer

The mall's amphitheater is the site of the Balcones Heights Jazz Festival. Held every July, it's one of the city's most notable attractions, and the free event has been a community staple since 1993. The amphitheater has a decorative pool in front of the stage, and jazz fans ring the water and listen to the music.

Highways offer easy commute to San Antonio

Balcones Heights is next to Interstates 10 and 410, crucial for homebuyers who work in downtown San Antonio and beyond. You'll also find bus stops the area's major thoroughfare, Route 345.

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