Comal
Private homes on spacious lots
Driving through Comal, homebuyers will find large homes atop the rolling hills of the countryside. Several of these homes are in private gated communities. Architecture styles vary, but Mediterranean and contemporary farmhouse-style homes are common. These farmhouses typically feature brick or stone exteriors with wood accents and metal roofing. Long driveways and yards full of live oaks offer added privacy for residents. These homes in the rural areas typically cost between $800,000 and $1.5 million. For buyers who want to be closer to their neighbors, there are new traditional homes in subdivisions, often with spacious built-in garages on the front of the house. These homes typically cost between $500,000 and $700,000 for a four-bedroom home.
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Well-regarded schools
Students in Comal might attend Veramendi Elementary School, rated an A overall by Niche; Oak Run Middle School, which gets an A-minus rating; and New Braunfels High School, rated a B. New Braunfels High has approximately 1,900 students and a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. The school offers career and technical programs in several industries, including agriculture, information technology and health science. New Braunfels is also known for its successful tennis team, which has won eight state championships.
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Traveling with ease through Greater San Antonio
New Braunfels is where most locals will go for shopping, dining and other everyday essentials, but Interstate 35 does provide a route into downtown San Antonio, about 37 miles from the heart of Comal. The interstate also gives locals a 32-mile drive to San Antonio International Airport. State Highway 46 also runs through the area, connecting I-35 in the east to Highway 281 in the west. I-35 and Highway 281 each give residents a north-to-south route throughout South Texas.
Texas' oldest bar
While most of Comal is rural, there are some dining options. Lone Star Float House and Grill is a seasonal riverside restaurant known for tacos and beer. This casual spot offers scenic views of the river from its outdoor patio and frequently has live music. Riley’s Tavern claims to be the oldest bar in Texas, with a history dating back to the end of Prohibition in 1933. Locals enjoy the nachos and live music at this long-standing dive bar. Nearby New Braunfels has several popular dining options, including Krause’s Café downtown. Locals enjoy visiting this German-style beer hall for the Reuben, deviled eggs and beer cheese. There are several grocery stores in New Braunfels, including an H-E-B in the WestPointe Village shopping center and an H-E-B plus! right off I-35. Residents can also shop at stores closer to Highway 281, such as the Sprouts Farmers Market on Bulverde Road. There is a Target along I-35 just northeast of New Braunfels for other household items.Outdoor activities
With Canyon Lake nearby and the Guadalupe River meandering through the area, outdoor activity in Comal is popular with both residents and visitors. “There is a lot of tourism. People come for different reasons, but it’s mostly water recreation in the summer. There are things to do year-round,” says Escalante. Residents can rent innertubes at several outfitters along the river and spend the day floating through the countryside. Canyon Lake has several parks along its shores, including Comal Park, about 17 miles from the heart of Comal. This 116-acre park has two boat ramps and a swimming beach. Visitors can set up a picnic and grill out or play a game of volleyball or soccer next to the lake. Natural Bridge Caverns is a family-owned cavern on Comal’s west side, offering walking and spelunking tours of the caves. Locals enjoy movie nights at Stars & Stripes Drive-In on the east side of I-35. This 1950s-themed theater shows movies year-round and has an old-fashioned diner for concessions.
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Cement Plants in the area
Comal is home to multiple cement plants, some of the area’s most significant employers. There is a Martin Marietta plant in the northeastern end of Comal and a CEMEX plant in the southwestern end. While these plants provide plenty of jobs, the CEMEX plant has also been cited as one of the biggest air polluters in the San Antonio area. The plant paid a $1.69 million fine in 2016 before adding extra pollution control equipment to the facility.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Shiana Polite
Shiana Polite
eXp Realty
(210) 941-2873
43 Total Sales
1 in Comal
$775,000 Price
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Donna Baker
Donna Baker
JB Goodwin - New Braunfels
(830) 402-5337
32 Total Sales
1 in Comal
$132,000 Price
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Amy Kolb
Amy Kolb
Kolb Real Estate LLC
(833) 657-1339
192 Total Sales
2 in Comal
$1,290,000 Price Range
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David Abrahams
David Abrahams
Phyllis Browning Company
(210) 610-2047
209 Total Sales
4 in Comal
$440K - $1.1M Price Range
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Melinda Holbrook
Melinda Holbrook
Keller Williams Heritage
(210) 905-9626
53 Total Sales
4 in Comal
$385K - $1.5M Price Range
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Jean Curtis
Jean Curtis
BHHS PenFed Realty
(210) 903-9819
54 Total Sales
1 in Comal
$310,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 11th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Landa Park
Hinman Island Park
Paul Davis Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Park Lane Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Harvey B. Bell Park
Regency Oaks Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Molly Park
Cowan Park
Bennett Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Comal | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Comal Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Comal, Garden Ridge sell after 106 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Comal, Garden Ridge over the last 12 months is $601,000, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$609,990
Median Sale Price
$601,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$580,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$312,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$434,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,061
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
11,378
Number of Homes for Sale
698
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
7.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,587
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,101
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,128
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
677
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 1212 - 2pm
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Thursday, Jul 179am - 4pm
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Saturday, Jul 1211am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,199 - $1,944 per month
- Bainbridge Creekside
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 789+ Sq Ft
- 770 Barbarosa Rd
- New Braunfels, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
44,601
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,224
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,124
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
49.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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