It’s right in the name – San Antonio’s Medical Center is home to the city’s largest hospitals. The South Texas Medical Center, consisting of UT Health San Antonio and Methodist Hospital, is one of the largest hospitals in the United States and is across the street from CHRISTUS Santa Rose Hospital and Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center. The concentration of well-respected medical institutions has made this pocket of Houston popular among healthcare professionals who want a short commute. The area also stands out for its thriving culinary scene and memorable local parks that attracts visitors from across the city. “Downtown is the center of the city, but if I had to say there was another place that San Antonio is built around, it’s the Medical Center,” says Henry Herrera, a San Antonio native and Realtor with Keller Williams. “You can get anywhere in San Antonio within 10 to 15 minutes. It’s almost like a second downtown.”
The Medical Center has a large concentration of the best medical specialist in San Antonio.
Medical Center Aerial - Methodist Hospital Campus
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The flavors of the Medical Center
The Medical Center is named after its hospitals, but locals know the area for its restaurants. Louis Pasteur Drive, next to UT Health San Antonio, has three of the area’s most popular eateries in one place. Suck It: The Restaurant Drive focuses on Asian fusion with pho, rice bowls, ramen and bubble tea. Sandwiches De Paris employs a team of chefs who bake fresh bread daily, which serves as the base for French-inspired creations. Bakery Lorraine, known for its sandwiches and pastries, was named one of the best bakeries in the country by Food and Wine in 2020.
The neighborhood is surrounded by several large shopping complexes—Huebner Oaks Center and Colonnade III on Interstate 10 and The Village at the Summit to the south on Interstate 410. In addition to multiple restaurants, clothing shops, and attractions like a trampoline park and movie theaters, these malls have everyday needs like an H-E-B and Sam’s Club. The area surrounding the Medical Center also has the Islamic Center of San Antonio, the only Islamic center in the city, on Fairhaven Street, and the Sikh Center of San Antonio, the oldest Gurdwara in San Antonio, on Hollyhock Road.
Bakery Lorraine in Mediical Center specializes in the best handmade french pastries.
Suck it: The Restaurant is popular for its outstanding Ramen, Pho, and Rice Bowl menu.
Saritas is the best mexican restaurant in Medical Center.
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Situated between Interstates 10 and 410
I- 410 – known to locals as Loop 410 – runs along the southern side of the Medical Center. This highway also connects to I-10, which is the fastest way to reach downtown San Antonio, about 10 miles away. Loop 410 additionally provides a fast route to San Antonio International Airport, 9 miles away. Drivers benefit from infrastructure that is built to handle an influx of daily commuters. “Traffic is not as bad as other places in the city,” says Valeria Sisson, a real estate agent with eXP Realty and a former teacher at San Antonio’s North East Independent School District. “They’ve made some changes, and there’s an underbridge and an overbridge where it gets really clogged up that has really smoothed things out.” There is a specialized Medical Park and Ride station for buses on Babcock Road, and VIA Transit buses weave through Fredericksburg Road and Medical Drive throughout the day.
The Medical Center has quick access to Interstate 410 allowing quick trips around San Antonio.
The Medical Center is bordered by Interstate 10 and 410 giving you great mobility to the area.
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The Pavilion of Gwang-Ju, a gift from overseas
For patients or employees who want a scenic walk, the Medical Center Field on Floyd Curl Drive connects to the San Antonio Medical Foundation Walking and Jogging Trail and loops between all the major hospitals. Denman Estate Park is just outside the main medical hub on Mockingbird Lane and is a draw for visitors to the area. The park's jewel is The Pavilion of Gwang-Ju, a traditional pagoda that was a gift from Gwang-Ju, South Korea, San Antonio’s sister city. The Oak Hills Country Club on Fredericksburg Road is close enough to the Medical Center that club members can walk between the club and the Methodist Hospital. The club is known for its 18-hole golf course surrounded by oak trees, as well as tennis courts and two private restaurants.
Luxury condos and family homes in the Center’s gated communities
Housing near the Medical Center’s hospitals consists of townhomes and condos. Condo units typically cost between $150,000 and $250,000, while larger townhomes can range from $250,000 to $400,000. The western side of the neighborhood has many gated subdivisions filled with renovated single-family homes. Bricks in red, tan and gray are popular exterior accents, and many residences also have Mediterranean-inspired tile roofs and arched entryways. These properties typically have large yards lined with mature trees and shaded patios out back. Single-family homes in a gated community can cost between $300,000 and $450,000. Medical Center has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 7 and some high individual scores. Car theft and burglary both score an 8 on the CAP Index.
Take in the views from the numerous condominiums through out Medical Center.
Newly developed luxury modern homes are available in the Medical Center neighborhood.
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Medical education starts early at Health Careers High
Families living in the Medical Center can send their children to schools in the Northside Independent School District. Young students may go to McDermott Elementary School and Neff Middle School, which both have a C-plus score on Niche. The A-rated Clark High School was named one of the top 15 high schools in the city by Niche and offers over a dozen Career and Technical programs. Health Careers High School has an A-plus grade on Niche and has courses in diagnostics, scientific research and even dental science for students interested in pursuing a medical career. There are also multiple health colleges in the area, including the Baptist Health System School of Health Professions and the School of Public Health San Antonio.
Health Careers High School has clinical training with the Medical Occupations Research Program.
Health Careers High School prepares students for careers in the healthcare.
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On average, homes in Medical Center, San Antonio sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Medical Center, San Antonio over the last 12 months is $200,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Just in time for back to (med) school! This two-story 3-bed, 2.5 bath home has served as a spectacular home-turned-investment property for nearly 20 years, and now it can do the same for you! Tucked away from the noisy main roads this gated neighborhood is a great place for a starter home, first investment property, or a place to house-hack by renting out a room to a medical student to help pay
A private gated community condo is located in the heart of the medical center. Open plan 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, great for families, roommates and if you are an investor, this is an incredible turnkey opportunity, short term rentals are ALLOWED!!! This condo has made about 30K from rental income yearly through Airbnb, VRBO and other mid-term rental platforms. The home boasts modern finishes.
Welcome Home! NEW REFRIGERATOR WASHER and DRYER INCLUDED! Being installed June 7th. A meticulously presented nicely updated Condo located in the Gated Community of Snowden Heights.This is a beautiful 3 bedroom and 2 1/2 bath, nestled in the heart of the Medical Center area. Close to IH10/410 and gated. ready to move in!! Please verify room measurements and the school info. Has brand new laminate
This move-in ready gem offers the ideal blend of easy living and a superb location. Enjoy quick access to I-10, putting you just minutes away from major hospitals, UTSA, a variety of fine dining restaurants, and popular shopping centers. Inside, you'll find a welcoming and functional layout perfect for everyday life. The good-sized eat-in kitchen is ready for your morning coffee and family
Beautifully Furnished 2-Bedroom Condo in Prime Medical Center Location. This move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo is fully equipped and tastefully furnished, located in the highly sought-after Roanoke Condominiums. Nestled in the heart of the Medical Center, you'll enjoy exceptional convenience, just minutes from major hospitals, highways, shopping centers, and dining options. The Roanoke
A charming, cozy 1 bedroom fully furnished condo, located on the 2nd floor with a nice private patio. It has updated granite kitchen and bathroom countertops, beautiful fresh painted walls, and nice flooring throughout. Open floor plan with the high ceilings, picturesque fireplace in the living room, spacious master bedroom with full bath. The rent includes wifi, light, water, gas, and trash fee.
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