Located within the sun-washed suburban expanse of northwest San Antonio, the small community of Sunshine Estates provides residents with a quiet life just blocks away from major local amenities from hospitals to restaurants, shopping centers, and highways.
Sunshine Estates owes its origins to the post-World War II wave of suburbanization. The vast majority of Sunshine’s homes were built from the 1950s to the 1960s, and most of them in the ranch and split-level styles, offering comfortable living to homebuyers for competitive prices. Realtor Cheryl Flora of Rubiola Realty says, “Pride of ownership shines in this neighborhood just 10 minutes south of the Medical Center. Its 1950s homes are charming both inside and out.” Sunshine’s streets are flanked by sidewalks, expansive front lawns, and trees whose shade enables locals to enjoy strolls down their sunny blocks. Homes in the Sunshine Estates community tend to sell for between $200,000 and $320,000, with most homes selling for under the city average of $300,000. This unique range of home prices is just one of the major benefits of Sunshine living, however; Flora adds, “These wonderful homes are conveniently located near the intersection of Interstates 10 and 410, and within minutes of the Medical Center and major shopping centers.”
Sunshine is surrounded by conveniences of all kinds on all sides. Maverick Elementary School sits on the other side of Babcock Road to the north, while Longfellow Middle School is located across Sunshine Drive to the south; the restaurants lining Bandera Road are just three blocks to the south; and the shopping centers and hospitals off Fredericksburg Road sit three blocks to the north. Residents therefore have unparalleled access to some of the area’s greatest amenities within a few minutes’ journey. Gourmands may enjoy an authentic Mexican meal at La Taqueria de Monterrey, which serves gourmet dishes within a colorful building built in the classic mission style. Shoppers have prime access to retail meccas such as the Wonderland of the Americas just around the corner, while the Methodist Hospital Texsan, with a reputation as one of South Texas’ premier heart and orthopedic hospitals, is located immediately next door.
Students can attend Mildred Baskin Elementary School, given a C-minus rating by Niche, as well as the C-minus-rated Longfellow Middle School and the C-rated Thomas Jefferson High School. At Jefferson, students benefit from a smaller-than-average student-teacher ratio, providing them with more opportunities for classroom engagement.
Nature lovers enjoy the same degree of convenience when it comes to local parks. Within Sunshine Estates itself, Lee’s Creek Park is a popular destination for shaded strolls and dog-walking, while the Joe Ward Center brings youths together with its activities and its abundance of exercise amenities. The recreation center’s splash pad is a particularly popular way for kids to keep cool during the hot summer months.
Commuters have access to the heart of San Antonio within a 7-mile drive down Route 345 or Interstate 10, providing residents ample opportunities to explore the hub of San Antonio’s history, employment, and entertainment within an approximately 25-miunte drive. The convenience of living so close to downtown and local amenities for competitive housing prices helps define this charming neighborhood’s appeal.
Denise Ross
Keller Williams Heritage
(210) 879-6899
41 Total Sales
2 in Sunshine
$225K - $242K Price Range
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Brad Wofford
Velocity Realty, LLC
(210) 794-9236
11 Total Sales
1 in Sunshine
$305,000 Price
Levi Rodgers
RE/MAX Military City
(210) 756-8657
2,890 Total Sales
1 in Sunshine
$277,500 Price
Melissa Stagers
M. Stagers Realty Partners
(726) 600-8977
908 Total Sales
1 in Sunshine
$235,000 Price
Joe Corwin
Weichert, REALTORS - Corwin &
(726) 268-5041
233 Total Sales
2 in Sunshine
$215K - $235K Price Range
Melissa Pollock
BHHS Don Johnson Realtors - SA
47 Total Sales
2 in Sunshine
$190K - $275K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sunshine | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Sunshine, San Antonio sell after 116 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunshine, San Antonio over the last 12 months is $241,400, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A small, up-and-coming neighborhood with prime access to shops and schools
Centrally located entry level area with easy access to the interstate
Conveniently located suburb near downtown San Antonio
A northwest San Antonio neighborhood with community parks and nearby necessities
Cozy San Antonio neighborhood close to downtown
Known for historic architecture, from the grocery stores to the high school
