Universal City is a 20,000-resident suburb conveniently located on the northeast side of San Antonio. “It’s at the intersection of I-35 and the 1604 corridor, so it’s incredibly centrally located,” says Cesar Amezcua, Broker and Owner at CA & Company, who has consistently been one of the Top 50 Residential Real Estate Agents recognized by the San Antonio Business Journal. Universal City is right across the road from JBSA-Randolph, attracting military personnel and their families. “It also has the new corporate headquarters for Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union,” Amezcua says. As Universal Park homes are so conveniently located near major highways and retail areas, the buyers' market is competitive.
The nearby Interstate 35 and 1604 Interchange makes travel for Universal City Park locals easy.
The stunning Cibolo creek flowing through Crescent Bend Nature Park.
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San Antonio new builds with large yards
Residential streets are lined with sidewalks and a mix of palm and deciduous trees. Properties typically include large yards, perfect for hosting barbeques and enjoying the warm Texas climate. The community has a mix of new traditional, ranch-style and Mission Revival homes. Most homes are in the $200,000s. In the Cibolo Crossing subdivision, emerging new constructions average four bedrooms and stretch into the $500,000s. Apartments are also available to rent, ranging from $674 to $1,795 per month.
Universal City has various styles of homes to suit any family's needs.
A traditional brick home commonly found in University City.
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Choosing a path within the Judson Independent School District
One of the school districts available to Universal City is the Judson Independent School District. It includes Olympia Elementary, rated B on Niche; Kitty Hawk Middle, rated C-plus; and Judson High School, rated B-minus. Judson High has a Career and Technical Education (CTE) department and an emerging Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-Tech) program.
Students are given many opportunities to excel at Judson High School.
Veterans Memorial High School is a public high school in Bexar County, Texas.
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Getting outside at Universal City Park
Universal City residents have a plethora of parks to choose from, including the namesake Universal City Park. Dogs can frolic and socialize at Aina Blake Dog Park and neighbors can picnic at Red Horse Park. For more outdoor recreation, locals can practice their swing at Olympia Hills Golf & Event Center and swim laps at the Olympia Neighborhood Association pool.
Take the kids out to play at Veteran's Park in University City Park.
Stage Stop Park is a beautiful park with a lot to offer.
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Retail and restaurants at The Forum & other shopping centers
Residents of Universal City don’t have to travel far for essentials. The Forum at Olympia Parkway, an outdoor shopping center, has a variety of restaurants including Sea Island Shrimp House. H-E-B and Walmart keep the area supplied with groceries. Movie buffs have easy access to the cinema at Regal Live Oak, which is right across I-35 from a new IKEA at Live Oak Town Center.
Universal City The Forum Shopping Center Restaurant - Zoe's Kitchen Primary A
HEB Grocery Store is a popular grocery in Texas, which holds true for Universal City Park.
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Taking Interstate 35 to Austin
Universal City is about 17 miles from downtown San Antonio and about 63 miles from Austin, which is a straight shot up Interstate 35. Universal City is considered a car-dependent area and there are currently no bus routes in service. Of San Antonio’s universities, the nearest is Wayland Baptist University. The nearest hospital is Toepperwein Medical Center, less than 3 miles away. Though residents use San Antonio International Airport 12 miles away, living right across the road from JBSA-Randolph means aircraft activity from the U.S. Air Force is significant.
A fighter jet soaring though the skies over University City and Randolph AFB.
The Great Texas Air Show at JBSA-Randolph
From the holiday fair and tree-lighting to the monthly pancake breakfasts hosted by the fire department, Universal City has no shortage of community events. Additionally, the annual Great Texas Air Show at JBSA-Randolph features the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team flying F-35A Lightning II aircraft. Locals look to the skies to see impressive displays performed by military and civilian pilots.
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