Anyone who drives into Hondo sees a sign that says, “Welcome. This is God’s Country. Please don’t drive through it like Hell.” It’s a sentiment that reflects the city’s commitment to ensuring a sense of community and safety.
Located about 40 miles west of San Antonio, Hondo’s 8,300 residents live in the Texas prairie far away from the city suburbs. Residents spend time at restaurants and shops in the city’s small downtown district, and students attend schools in the Hondo Independent School District. It’s also the county seat of Medina County, so there are several municipal buildings and agencies in the city, including the county courthouse, the sheriff’s office and the county tax office.
The Medina Healthcare System has four locations in Hondo, offering residents quality healthcare without driving to San Antonio. There are more than a half-dozen places of worship in Hondo, primarily serving Christian and Catholic denominations. The western side of the city is made up of several industrial buildings, including several airplane manufacturing companies at the South Texas Regional Airport.
Hondo, TX is known as "God's country".
This nature park doesn't disappoint with all of the tree shaded trails
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Shopping, dining and downtown boutiques
A laidback country joint with a sprawling patio shaded by an old oak tree, Hermann Sons Steak House is the most popular restaurant in town. They serve steak, seafood, sandwiches and Mexican food, so there’s something for everybody. Billy Bob’s Hamburgers’ original location is in Hondo, and they’ve been serving “nothin’ but excellent” meals for over 25 years. Locals get their groceries at Walmart or H-E-B and do their retail shopping locally at stores like J. June, MainStreet Mercantile and Sorella’s Boutique.
Hondo also plays host to the annual Medina County Junior Livestock Show and the annual Christmas in God’s Country event, a two-day event with a lighted night parade and a Christmas market.
Heavy's BBQ is a popular dining option in Hondo, TX.
Grab a slice at the HonDough Pizza Company, in Hondo, TX.
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Rural parks in the Texas countryside
Hondo has plenty of recreation opportunities within its parks department for a small town. On the northern side of town, Hondo City Park has athletic courts, a playground and picnic tables, and its neighboring Hondo Nature Trail Park has a gravel trail that weaves around the park and through the trees, with bridges to cross over streams. Smaller neighborhood parks like Torres Park, Sunset Park and Jungman Park have playgrounds and walking tracks, and T.A. Lopez Park and Hondo Recreation Park have additional athletic fields. Next door, residents cool off at the Hondo City Swimming Pool in the summertime. Dove hunting is a significant attraction in Hondo, and local ranches allow residents with a Texas Hunting License to participate.
Rejuvenate in the peaceful enclave of Hondo City Park, located in Hondo, TX.
Delight in the serene atmosphere of Hondo City Park #3, in Hondo, TX.
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Hondo homes
The median home price in Hondo is around $260,000, and homes spend about three months on the market on average. The city offers a mix of bungalows, ranch-style homes and contemporary traditional-style homes neatly arranged into neighborhoods. Large lots, manicured lawns and tall oak trees are a common sight here. Most homes sit on less than half an acre of land, making Hondo an excellent option for residents who’d like a rural lifestyle but still want to live in a community with neighbors. The town primarily offers single-family homes, but there are some townhomes and mobile home parks in the city that provide a more affordable housing option.
When looking for a home in Hondo, TX, you'll find mostly ranch-style homes.
Hondo offers predominately contemporary ranch-style homes.
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Solidly rated schools
Students in Hondo attend schools in the Hondo Independent School District, which holds a B-minus rating from Niche, an online school review site. Students start at Meyer Elementary School and Newell E. Woolls Intermediate School before continuing to McDowell Middle School and graduating from Hondo High School. All these schools received B-minus ratings from Niche.
Hondo High School serves the Hondo, TX community and the surrounding areas.
Discover the pure bliss of education at Hondo First Baptist Church School, in Hondo, TX.
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Getting around Hondo and beyond
Hondo sits along U.S. Route 90, which residents can take 40 miles east to get to San Antonio. Here, residents find the closest airport, the San Antonio International Airport. Hondo has no bus system, but Alamo Regional Transit allows Medina Country residents to book curb-to-curb transportation service at least 24 hours in advance.
Below-average crime rates
The CAP Index crime score for Hondo is 3 out of 10, which is slightly below the national score of 4.
Dayton Schrader earned his Texas Real Estate License in 1982, Broker License in 1984, and holds a Bachelor’s degree from The University of Texas at San Antonio and a Master’s degree from Texas A&M University.
Dayton has had the honor and pleasure of helping thousands of families buy and sell homes. Many of those have been family members or friends of another client. In 1995, he made the commitment to work “By Referral Only”. Consequently, The Schrader Group works even harder to gain clients’ trust. The Schrader Group offers their clients excellent service so that they will use them again and refer others with confidence, knowing that their friends and loved ones are getting the best service and counsel.
As a result of this commitment, we have built a business on the fundamentals of integrity, knowledge, experience, and customer service. Dayton has an exceptional staff that shares his vision and understands the value of a happy customer. The Schrader Group is committed to working with great clients who trust and appreciate that level of service.
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