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Jefferson Heights

Jefferson Heights

$192,608 Average Value
$533 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A growing community in San Antonio's Eastside

Jefferson Heights is a growing Eastside community with a mix of turn-of-the-century homes and recent construction. "It's an older community," says Manny Gutierrez, a real estate agent with KW Commercial-Heritage, with over 20 years in the business. "It has gone through some changes in the last few years." Located 3 miles east of downtown, Jefferson Heights has several community centers that offer sports programs and parks, and it’s next to Frost Bank Center, which hosts concerts and sporting events throughout the year. Though major retail is limited, residents have some nearby restaurants and an H-E-B for groceries. The neighborhood is also zoned for several schools that offer STEM pathways, including Sam Houston High School.

Jefferson Heights in East San Antonio offers residents a wonderful family feel near to city.
Jefferson Heights in East San Antonio offers residents a wonderful family feel near to city.
Contemporary spilt level homes located in Jefferson Heights.
Contemporary spilt level homes located in Jefferson Heights.
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Craftsman bungalows and new construction in Jefferson Heights

Minimal traditional-style houses, Craftsman bungalows and contemporary designs built after 2020 line Jefferson Heights’ time-worn sidewalks and narrow streets. Some properties include carports or driveways, and most have front porches. Yards are often overgrown with shrubs that spill over chain-link fences. Prices typically range from $215,000 to upward of $415,000. Ongoing new construction can also be found, while homes needing renovations range in price from $90,000 to $190,000. "In some area pockets, people are going in and flipping homes," Gutierrez says.

The neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 6 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. The San Antonio Police Department operates the East Substation and the SAFFE Unit, which serves several neighborhoods. The SAFFE Unit consists of officers assigned to specific streets for crime prevention and acts as liaisons with the city.

Bungalow-style homes can be found in Jefferson Heights.
Bungalow-style homes can be found in Jefferson Heights.
A quant split level home newly remodeled in Jefferson Heights.
A quant split level home newly remodeled in Jefferson Heights.
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Sam Houston High School offers STEM programs

The neighborhood is served by the San Antonio Independent School District. Washington Elementary School has a C grade on Niche and offers several creative after-school art, gardening and photography clubs. S. J. Davis Middle School has a C-minus grade and prioritizes a STEM-centered academic focus, equipping students with tools to be successful at Sam Houston High School. The high school earns a C-plus grade and is home to the Cyber P-TECH USA program, the city's first Technology Early College High School, a partnership with St. Philip's College. The school was approved for a $45 million renovation in 2024, with improvements including a new gym, dance studio and theater.

Sam Houston High School offers great school and sports programs in East San Antonio.
Sam Houston High School offers great school and sports programs in East San Antonio.
Booker T. Washington Elementary serves the students of Eastside Promise.
Booker T. Washington Elementary serves the students of Eastside Promise.
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Lincoln Community Center offers youth sports programs

Residents can walk to several community centers, including the one in Dawson Park, on East Commerce Street, which offers low-cost fitness classes and after-school programs for families. A few blocks north, Lincoln Park features a splash pad, shaded playgrounds and paved trails that connect to various organizations and community centers, such as the San Antonio Texas NAACP and the Claude Black Multi-Service Center. There, locals can take advantage of various services, including health and wellness programs, senior support and educational workshops. The adjacent Lincoln Community Center is home to the San Fernando Boxing Club.

Residents can find community at the Claude Black Multi Service Center in Jefferson Heights.
Residents can find community at the Claude Black Multi Service Center in Jefferson Heights.
Pittman-Sullivan Park hosts a baseball field with awesome Downtown views.
Pittman-Sullivan Park hosts a baseball field with awesome Downtown views.
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Con Huevos Tacos is a local favorite for breakfast

While a strong cultural, shopping and dining scene is just 3 miles west in downtown San Antonio, including vibrant Southtown, locals also have some chain retail even closer. Family Dollar is directly south of the neighborhood on Martin Luther King Drive. There are a few restaurants as well, including Fermenteria, a local brewpub specializing in hard water kefir and fermented alcoholic beverages with probiotics. It has an industrial vibe with tin ceilings and a large abstract mural on the backsplash. On East Houston Street, Con Huevos Tacos is a favored breakfast stop with an outdoor patio. There's also an H-E-B on the corner of North New Braunfels Avenue, so residents don't have to leave the neighborhood for groceries.

Locals can enjoy a wonderful breakfast and lunch at Con Huevos Tacos in Jefferson Heights.
Locals can enjoy a wonderful breakfast and lunch at Con Huevos Tacos in Jefferson Heights.
Grab a quick snack at Papi's Mexican Restaurant in Jefferson Heights.
Grab a quick snack at Papi's Mexican Restaurant in Jefferson Heights.
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The annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is held in February

The neighborhood is a mile south of Frost Bank Center, home to the San Antonio Spurs and a robust entertainment lineup. It’s also known for the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo in February, one of the city's biggest events, where residents enjoy fried carnival food, and livestock competitions and auctions.

The Frost Center, home to the San Antonio Spurs and amazing events year round.
The Frost Center, home to the San Antonio Spurs and amazing events year round.
The legendary San Antonio Spurs call East San Antonio home with the nearby Frost Center.
The legendary San Antonio Spurs call East San Antonio home with the nearby Frost Center.
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Downtown San Antonio is 2 miles away

Jefferson Heights is within 3 miles of Interstate 10 to the north and Interstate 35 to the south. Residents can make the 2-mile drive west to downtown using East Houston Avenue or opt for public transit on one of the many bus stops in the neighborhood run by San Antonio's VIA Metro Transit. San Antonio International Airport is 10 miles north, and Methodist Hospital Metropolitan is 5 miles away.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

14 min drive

Bus

E. Commerce Between Garcia & Mel Waiters Way

Bus

N. New Braunfels & Crockett

Bus

E. Commerce & Grimes

Bus

E. Commerce & Mittman

Bus

E. Commerce & Rosary

Bus

E. Commerce & Gevers

Bus

E. Commerce & Walters

Jefferson Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$513,995
Median Sale Price
$647,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$599,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,635,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
276%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$533

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,043
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,126
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,463
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,559
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$29,532
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,314

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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