Suburban Neighborhood in Alamo Heights, Texas
Bexar County 78209
When driving down Interstate 281, drivers are likely to spot a set of smokestacks, the sign that The Quarry neighborhood of Alamo Heights is coming into view. Bedecked with sprawling spaces typical of the Texas landscape and a constant thrum of activity, The Quarry borrows rural and urban elements to create something else entirely. Those iconic smokestacks symbolize a certain hybridity, one of an industrial hub turned modern playground.
The Alamo Quarry Market has so much to enjoy including a movie theater, name-brand and specialty stores and fine restaurants. One such is Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant, which has been indulging customers in quality Tex-Mex cuisine since 1976. Elsewhere in the area, Piranha Izakaya serves Japanese style ramen and sushi in a laidback dining space. Snooze is the ultimate breakfast spot with a bounty of early morning eats to help residents enjoy the most important meal of the day. According to Realtor Cesar Amezcua with CA & Company, REALTORS, “There’s a lot of high-end shopping and restaurants in The Quarry. It’s a city center where everybody can go, and it has everything. It’s one big shopping center with pretty much everything you could need.” These include retailers like Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods as well as localized retailers like H-E-B and Green Cuisine, an all-organic grocer. Shades of Green is a plant nursery that specializes in organic gardening, beautiful garden art and more. Residents can also browse local vendors and enjoy live music at the Alamo Heights Farmer’s Market, which is held every Sunday year-round in rain or shine. All around the area, residents can find incredible views, proximity to highly rated schools and delicious food of all cuisines. It’s all right here in The Quarry.
The look of residential areas in The Quarry cannot be defined by any single characteristic. The neighborhood showcases a wide variety of designs along its residential areas. These include single-story Mediterraneans, two-story brick colonials, and downtown apartment complexes. A three-bed and three-bath home in this neighborhood starts around $425,000 and can go as high as $1.2 million for extensively remodeled homes of a similar size. Apartment complexes like Artessa and the Meridian vary, costing anywhere between $1,200 to $2,014 a month.
Residents can play golf and catch stunning vistas at The Quarry Golf Course. Boasting a nationally lauded design, the course pays homage to its namesake through its 100-year-old quarry pit layout. And while The Quarry does not have any parks, Olmos Basin Park is two miles away and is a great place for picnics, games and exploring the walking trail.
Highway 281 borders the neighborhood, giving residents easy access to San Antonio and the rest of Texas. The San Antonio International Airport is about 2 miles away and offers direct flights to several U.S. destinations, including Los Angeles and New York. Travelers can also book a connection to international flights.
Students in The Quarry area can attend several highly rated schools in the Alamo Heights Independent School District. Cambridge Elementary School earned an A-rating on Niche while Nimitz Middle School received a B-minus. Alamo Heights High School boasts an A-plus rating and offers more than 20 Advanced Placement courses.
Jean Curtis
BHHS PenFed Realty
(210) 903-9819
45 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$285,000 Price
Steven Noriega
Keller Williams Legacy
(726) 268-9137
121 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$325,000 Price
Ben Baca
All City San Antonio Registered Series
(726) 200-5186
96 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$315,000 Price
Josh Boggs
Keller Williams Heritage
(726) 200-7545
142 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$955,000 Price
Dayton Schrader
eXp Realty
(210) 879-1270
3,891 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$150,000 Price
George Sanchez
Simple Real Estate Ventures
(210) 761-7768
74 Total Sales
1 in The Quarry
$208,750 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | The Quarry | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in The Quarry, Alamo Heights sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in The Quarry, Alamo Heights over the last 12 months is $642,396, up 39% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$1,603 - $4,803 per month
$1,305 - $2,303 per month
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Idyllic residential and trendy lifestyle hub minutes from downtown San Antonio
Tight-knit community full of parks, trees and an active neighborhood association
Historic stone cottages and nearby museums have attracted artists for decades
Texas suburb with plenty of city-like charm and community closeness
San Antonio suburb friendly for frequent travelers and foodies
Amenity-rich neighborhood between downtown and the countryside
