On the northeastern edges of San Antonio, Schertz is a suburb surrounded by Texas Hill Country and near Randolph Air Force Base. The third largest city in the San Antonio metro area, it was incorporated in 1958. Initially grounded in an economy based on agriculture, Schertz slowly evolved from a cotton gin town. First built in 1870, it now sprawls across Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties. “I love Schertz so much. I have lived here my whole life. It’s been amazing watching it grow and new things pop up,” says Rachael Enzer, Youth and Family Director of Schertz Family YMCA. “A big development we are excited about is Schertz Station near Santikos Cibolo.”
Today, Schertz is home to over 42,000 residents, drawn by its convenient interstate access, highly rated schools, and a growing downtown. Nearby Randolph Air Force Base and Fort Sam Houston serve as major employers. Prominent industries include public services, healthcare, retail, and education, with major employers including Amazon, Sysco, Visionworks, and FedEx Ground.
As the city aims to preserve its natural sprawl, developments like Saddlebrook Ranch are becoming more popular.
Nearby is Randolph Air Force Base hosts many active military residents of Schertz.
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Schertz is home to over 140 miles of trails
Schertz has more than 140 miles of trails for hiking and biking, plus 30 community centers. The Schertz Area Senior Center works with the Schertz Family YMCA, which has a natatorium open from May to August. “As the YMCA, we cater to our community through our various sports programs, events, and senior center,” Enzer says. “The recreation center is well used. We hit our top number of memberships since 2010.” Crescent Bend Nature Park, the largest park in the city at 180 acres, is home to over 250 species of birds and wildlife, plus a skate park and a library. A $12 million parks and recreation project centered around the Schertz Soccer Complex and Hilltop Park is underway. It is planned to open in 2028, and the city’s PROS Master Plan is focused on growing the trail network and connecting more parks
Enjoy a nice stroll down the trails of Veteran's Park near Schertz.
Crescent Bend Park near Schertz offers amazing trails and water access.
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Celebrating the city's founding during SchertzFest
Every March, the Kick Cancer Pep Rally and 5K raise funds for cancer therapy and research. “There’s always something going on. We try to organize one family event each month. We host Food Truck Fridays and a Trunk or Treat,” Enzer says. Music and Movies in the Park is a free outdoor event that started in 2016 and is held at various parks throughout the city. The Fourth of July Jubilee features one of the largest parades in Central Texas. And in September, the annual SchertzFest celebrates the city’s founding.
New construction at Saddlebrook Ranch
Schertz is experiencing growth in planned communities, especially to the south near I-10, where larger rural lots with working farms are still common. As the city aims to preserve its natural sprawl, planned developments like Saddlebrook Ranch are becoming more popular. The median home price in Schertz is $346,990, slightly lower than New Braunfels at $350,000, but higher than San Antonio’s $292,000.
Schertz features several sought-after neighborhoods, including Northcliffe with its Craftsman and Tudor-style homes, and Crossvine, a master-planned community with amenities like a resort-style pool, outdoor amphitheater and lakes. Other areas include Homestead, outside flood zones, and Aviation Heights, a 1950s-era community in a 100-year floodplain that requires flood insurance. Schertz also offers multi-acre lots priced from $25,000 to over $1 million.
A row of newly developed national and tutor inspired homes in Schertz.
Residents have open and smooth streets for basketball and biking in Schertz.
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Old-town shopping near The Forum at Olympia Parkway
Schertz’s historic downtown brick buildings, including William’s Mercantile, are now surrounded by an up-and-coming retail corridor of locally owned cafes and patio-side barbecue restaurants. The Tri-County Shopping Plaza features over 130 stores, and the city is about 5 miles from The Forum at Olympia Parkway along Loop 1604, one of the busiest malls in the area.
Schertz, Cibolo and Selma have combined their chambers of commerce into one entity. In March 2023, it earned a four-star accredited status from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and works to support current businesses while attracting new ones to the area.
Shoppers can enjoy a weekend at The Forum for all your shopping needs near Schertz.
Locals can find everything they need at the Target alongside many other options at The Forum.
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Top-ranked school system in Guadalupe County
The Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District receives an A-minus grade from Niche, is ranked the top school system in Guadalupe County, and serves over 15,000 students. The district offers an International Baccalaureate program through Clemens High School. Portions of the city are also zoned for the East Central Independent School District, which receives a C-plus grade on Niche. Higher education options include Northeast Lakeview College and Wayland Baptist University.
Students have a great campus to learn and grow at Green Valley Elementary in Schertz.
Students are given many opportunities to excel at Judson High School in Schertz.
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New Retail at Schertz Station
One of the city’s largest upcoming developments is Schertz Station, a 257,000-square-foot mixed-use retail project near Interstate 35. The city is also experiencing lane closures due to the I-35 NEX project, aiming to expand the highway and ease traffic congestion.
20 miles from San Antonio
Schertz is located along the Interstate 35 corridor, about 20 miles between San Antonio and New Braunfels. Interstate 10 is also nearby. There is no public transportation, but Alamo Regional Transit provides transportation options to Guadalupe and Bexar counties. Residents can use ART’s demand-response services for medical, senior, shopping and childcare appointments.
Nearly 24% of all Schertz properties have a moderate risk of flooding over the next 30 years. Wildfires are a major risk factor for homeowners, too. Hurricanes from the nearby Gulf of Mexico are another hazard in the region.
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On average, homes in Schertz, TX sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Schertz, TX over the last 12 months is $324,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Sandwiched between San Antonio and New Braunfels along Interstate 35, Northcliffe is a residential community in Guadalupe County. It’s now part of the City of Schertz, though it was formerly a census-designated place. I-35 cuts through part of Northcliffe, and it’s bordered by the City of Cibolo to the south.
Northcliffe has several subdivisions near I-35 and closer to Downtown Schertz. A few like the Scenic Hills, Aviation Heights and Northcliffe subdivisions have more established homes built in the 1980s or earlier; some are gated. The Homestead subdivision is currently in development, with most move-in ready and to-be-constructed new construction builds priced roughly between $580,000 $700,000. Across all the subdivisions, house styles you’ll see include remodeled ranch-style homes, and a variety of single and two-story New Traditional Craftsmen, Tudor and Mediterranean. Prices can range from $220,000 for a remodeled ranch-style house with 1,100 square feet of living space in Aviation Heights, to $530,000 for a New Traditional Mediterranean with 3,100 square feet of living space in The Crossvine subdivision.
Riata is a subdivision just off I-35. “Affordability and convenience of location are the main draws,” says Scott Jauregui, Realtor/owner of The Scott J Realtor Group with Keller Williams Realty Heritage. “It’s conveniently close to quality SCUCISD schools, shopping, dining and entertainment options. The Interstate 35 Corridor ensures an easy commute to neighboring cities like San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos and Austin, not to mention joint bases like Randolph Air Force Base, Fort Sam Houston and SAMMC, the Army’s most modern healthcare facility, without the hefty price tags.” The subdivision has lots of New Traditional Craftsmen, Tudor and Mediterranean-style houses with brick, stone and cement-fiber exteriors. Prices ranging from $280,000 for a single-story, New Traditional Craftsman to $515,000 for a larger, two-story New Traditional Tudor. “You also have a neighborhood pool and a small playground,” Jauregui says, regarding the Riata subdivision’s amenities.
Northcliffe is served by the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District (SCUCISD), and students can follow several school paths depending on where they live. Those who attend Schertz Elementary can go on to attend Corbett Junior High School and Clemens High School. Students who attend Cibolo Valley Elementary School go on to attend Dobie Junior High School and Steele High School. Clemens High, graded A-minus on Niche, offers Advanced Placement, Dual Credit and International Baccalaureate courses. Steele High, graded A on Niche, offers Advanced Placement and Career & Technology Education courses.
When it’s time for grocery shopping, you’ll find H-E-B plus! just south of I-35, and Walmart Supercenter just north of it. Depending on where you live, the H-E-B and Walmart Supercenter in Cibolo might be closer. Near Clemens High is Arlan’s Market, a family-owned business with several locations around San Antonio and Houston. Products they stock include quality meats, farm fresh produce and an international selection of adult beverages. Enjoy browsing antiques and wares made by local vendors? Stop by the family-owned and operated Bussey’s Flea Market over the weekend. It’s one of the largest flea markets in Texas, and since its start in 1978, it’s grown to hold over 500 vendors. Browse wares including jewelry, clothing, household items, cell phone accessories and more. Make sure you bring cash for parking.
You’ve got plenty of entertainment options at your fingertips in Northcliffe. Booklovers can pick out their next big read at Schertz Public Library. Movie lovers can choose between Santikos Entertainment Cibolo and EVO Entertainment Schertz to watch the latest blockbuster in a plush recliner, and enjoy a meal and a drink. You can keep yourself entertained at either location at the bowling lanes, the arcade or the virtual gaming area, while you wait for your show to start. Order authentic Mexican fare at Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant, and choose from dishes like chicken fried steak ranchero, fish tacos, California chicken and a variety of enchiladas. The Purple Pig BBQ offers Midwest-style barbeque with a Texas twist, smoking a variety of meats with pecan wood. Meat dishes are complemented by home-style side dishes, including baked beans and creamed corn. Feeling adventurous? Try their specialty items: BBQ baked potato, BBQ Nachos and the BBQ parfait.
Spend time outdoors at one of the local parks. Ashley Park has a playscape with equipment appropriate for children of all ages, from slides and swings to Spider Climbers. The 17-acre Pickrell Park has a larger playground with a short rock-climbing wall. It also has a walking trail, a basketball court and a community pool. Throughout the year, it’s used to host many city events and festivals.
You’ve got plenty of housing options to choose from in Northcliffe, where you’re conveniently located for several shopping, dining and entertainment options, and commuting to nearby cities.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Schertz Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
45,377
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$94,798
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,976
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.3%
Advanced Degrees
14.1%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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