Dunbar Condos for Sale

Situated on the south side of Downtown San Marcos, Dunbar is a neighborhood rich in history with comparatively affordable housing options. "San Marcos is a mixing pot of Austin and San Antonio," says Emily Garza, a local Realtor with Schaible Realty and Texas State University alumnus. "It's for people who want those city vibes but it's definitely more affordable than the two." During the Jim Crow era, this part of Texas was segregated, making Dunbar home to a strong African American population. Today, the community is more diverse, but its heritage lives on through museums, street art and local festivals. And while Dunbar has a CAP Index crime score of 8 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4, organizations and nonprofits are working to build up pride in the community, in part as a way of helping to bring down the crime rate. The Calaboose African American History Museum displays photos, books and other artifacts that highlight African American life in early Texas, with exhibits on the Buffalo Soldiers, the Tuskegee Airmen and other historically significant groups. The neighborhood supports local art, and both small and large murals are scattered throughout the