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Donaldson Terrace

Donaldson Terrace

Suburban Neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas

Bexar County 78228
$222,462 Average Value
$865 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale
St Paul Catholic Church overlooking the distant San Antonio skyline.
St Paul Catholic Church overlooking the distant San Antonio skyline.

A convenient community with recreation

San Antonio’s Donaldson Terrace offers residents walkable access to parks, community conveniences and everyday essentials. It’s also close to several major freeways and Methodist Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in the United States and a major area employer. “The most attractive thing about this neighborhood is the parks; there are some nice parks here. It’s also close to interstates 10 and 410, so it’s a good place to commute from,” says Ayhan Oruc, owner of Skylight Realty Group who recently sold a home in Donaldson Terrace.

Ranch-style homes with expansive yards

The neighborhood’s residential streets are filled with low-flung ranch homes, modest bungalows and small cottages, some of which have been restored and renovated. Landscaped front yards are dotted with brushy vegetation and small trees, while paved front walkways and driveways lead to front doors and carports. Lot sizes are around 7,000 to 8,000 square feet, so there’s plenty of room for backyard barbecues and gardening with local flora. “Most of the houses have bigger yards. It’s great for families and kids,” Oruc says. There are also some homes in the western side of the district that have ample acreage, including some that are situated on more than two acres. Homes prices typically range from around $150,000 to $250,000, with the median hovering around $210,000.

A brick ranch home under a sprawling oak tree in Donaldson Terrace.
A brick ranch home under a sprawling oak tree in Donaldson Terrace.
A great front lawn and a quant ranch home in Donaldson Terrace.
A great front lawn and a quant ranch home in Donaldson Terrace.
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Relax at Lee's Creek Park

Proximity to neighborhood parks and amenities are a close to home. Lee’s Creek Park is a great place to relax under a leafy tree canopy or take a stroll along the park’s walking loop. Residents can also take advantage of Seeling Park and Shadwell Park, both of which are smaller parks that are tucked away on residential streets. The neighborhood is served by two community centers, Joe Ward Community Center and St. Paul Community Center, that offer safe places for youth to spend time with friends after school. Joe Ward Community Center also has a splash pad where locals can beat the heat during the sizzling summer months.

Lee's Creek Park located in Central San Antonio.
Lee's Creek Park located in Central San Antonio.
Escape and enjoy some nature at Lee's Creek Park.
Escape and enjoy some nature at Lee's Creek Park.
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Shopping along Bandera Road

Residents will find shopping and groceries on Bandera Road, which runs along the southern edge of Donaldson Terrace. For everyday essentials, locals fill up their carts at Walmart and Walgreens. Plenty of restaurants can also be found nearby, like Las Islas Marias, a local favorite for Mexican-style seafood and drinks, and Bandera Jalisca, a local spot that serves up hearty plates of traditional Mexican cuisine. Locals also love Henry’s Puffy Tacos Express, an eatery that’s known for its crunchy, “puffy taco,” a San Antonio take on a classic taco. Within a 5-mile radius, there’s also an H-E-B grocery store, a Target and Santikos Entertainment Northwest, an upscale movie theater.

Los Cocos Mexican Restaurant Seafood and Grill located on Bandera Road.
Los Cocos Mexican Restaurant Seafood and Grill located on Bandera Road.
Find everything you need at the local Walmart in Donaldson Terrace.
Find everything you need at the local Walmart in Donaldson Terrace.
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The historic and beautiful campus of Thomas Jefferson High School.
The historic and beautiful campus of Thomas Jefferson High School.

Study at well-known Thomas Jefferson High

Young students can walk or bike to Woodlawn Hills Elementary School or Madison Elementary School, both of which hold C-minus ratings from Niche, an online school review site. Upperclassman can attend nearby Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Middle School, which holds a C-minus rating, and Thomas Jefferson High School, which holds a B-minus rating. Thomas Jefferson High is notable for its distinctive Mediterranean Revival style design and for graduating a few famous Texans, including former San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro, country musician Holly Dunn and avant-garde composer “Blue” Gene Tyranny.

Drive down Interstate 10 and 140

The neighborhood sits about 3 miles south of the intersection of Interstate 10 and Interstate 410, making it an ideal place for commuters. Hop on the highway and it’s about 6 miles east to cultural destinations like The Alamo, the San Antonio River Walk and Briscoe Western Art Museum in downtown San Antonio.

Bandera Road stretching through  Donaldson Terrace.
Bandera Road stretching through Donaldson Terrace.
Donaldson Terrace offers quick but well spaced distance from downtown San Antonio.
Donaldson Terrace offers quick but well spaced distance from downtown San Antonio.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

14 min drive

Bus

St. Cloud & Senisa

Bus

Shadwell & Wild Cherry

Bus

St. Cloud & Donaldson

Bus

Bandera & Palm

Bus

Donaldson & Evelyn

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Shadwell & Zachry

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Donaldson & Red Bud

Donaldson Terrace Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$679,000
Median Sale Price
$518,495
Median Single Family Sale Price
$670,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$366,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
45%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$865

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,156
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,464
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,774
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,313
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$36,283
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,105

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
79.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

38 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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