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Olmos Park Terrace

Olmos Park Terrace

Suburban Neighborhood in Olmos Park, Texas

Bexar County 78212, 78216

$630,803 Average Value
$290 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale

One of San Antonio’s 31 historic neighborhoods

Stone cottages surrounded by thick tree cover and winding paths – it’s not a fairytale forest or even the English countryside; it’s Olmos Park Terrace in San Antonio, Texas. This small pocket of the Alamo City is one of the metro’s 31 historic neighborhoods. The honor was bestowed on the community for its traditionally styled English stone cottages that were built in the boom of San Antonio’s concrete industry almost a century ago. The neighborhood’s unique homes and pocket parks have made the area popular among San Antonio’s artists, and the annual Uptown Art Stroll brings local creatives to the forefront to celebrate art and community. Situated just north of the city, the Olmos Park Terrace is also a few miles away from some of the area's best shopping, golfing and museums.

The neighborhood of Olmos Park Terrace is a great place to take an evening walk.
The neighborhood of Olmos Park Terrace is a great place to take an evening walk.
Explore nature and science at The Witte Museum near Olmos Park Terrace.
Explore nature and science at The Witte Museum near Olmos Park Terrace.
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Miles of trails in Olmos Basin Park

The eastern side of Olmos Park Terrace is taken up by the Olmos Basin Park, which stretches from Basse Road all the way down to East Olmos Drive, a mile to the south. Multiple hiking and bike trails weave through this park, along with soccer and softball fields, a public pool and a dog park. “If you’re a mountain biker, you have to go to Olmos Basin. You can’t beat the trails there,” says Jeffery Moore, an Emergency Manager for San Antonio who has lived in Olmos Park Terrace for nearly 30 years. The rest of the neighborhood is dotted with pocket parks like Alameda Circle Park, which adds a fountain to the street of the same name, and Olmos Park Terrace Community Garden on Mandalay Drive, which has a large gazebo surrounded by raised beds where anyone can grow their favorite plants. The popular Quarry Golf Course on East Basse Road describes itself as “the most unique golf course in Texas” for its location next to the historic former site of the Alamo Cement Company.

Take a morning jog along the Olmos Park Basin Trailhead in Olmos Park Terrace.
Take a morning jog along the Olmos Park Basin Trailhead in Olmos Park Terrace.
Take a breath of fresh air at Olmos Park Terrace in San Antonio.
Take a breath of fresh air at Olmos Park Terrace in San Antonio.
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Close to San Antonio Zoo and the city’s best museums

The community is close to the Alamo Quarry Market, North Star Mall, and the Lincoln Heights Shopping Center. Alamo Quarry Market and Lincoln Heights, both on East Basse Road, have big-box stores like Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and H-E-B, while North Star Mall on San Pedro Avenue is known for its many clothing stores and a signature San Antonio tourist attraction—a 35-foot-tall pair of cowboy boots. Olmos Park Terrace is also less than 5 miles from several other Alamo City attractions, including the San Antonio Zoo, Witte Museum of Natural and Texas History, the San Antonio Museum of Art and the McNay Art Museum. While there are no houses of worship inside Olmos Park Terrace, there are multiple Catholic and Baptist churches in the surrounding area. The eateries surrounding the neighborhood specialize in putting unique twists on classic comfort food. PB&J with Tay on McCullough Avenue remixes the quintessential childhood sandwich with unique add-ons like strawberry jalapeno jelly or bacon. The Dogfather on San Pedro Avenue has a menu filled with both all-beef and vegan hot dogs, topped with everything from tater tots to Takis to an entire fried egg.

Families love watching the animals displayed at the San Antonio Zoo near Olmos Park Terrace.
Families love watching the animals displayed at the San Antonio Zoo near Olmos Park Terrace.
Find excellent retail shopping and dining at Alamo Quarry Market near Olmos Park Terrace.
Find excellent retail shopping and dining at Alamo Quarry Market near Olmos Park Terrace.
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Artists at home during Uptown Art Stroll

Olmos Park Terrace’s historic community has attracted artists for decades. “Some people call it an artist’s colony. I have neighbors who are musicians, painters, sculptors…just dozens of them,” Moore says. This creative spirit culminates every fall for the Uptown Art Stroll. San Antonio locals can visit artists right in their homes and spend a weekend getting to know their neighbors while also picking up unique finds like blown glass, handmade paper and metal garden sculptures.

Olmos Park Terrace is a family-friendly community with plenty of activities for everyone.
Olmos Park Terrace is a family-friendly community with plenty of activities for everyone.
Shady trees keep the streets cool from the hot Texas sun in Olmos Park Terrace.
Shady trees keep the streets cool from the hot Texas sun in Olmos Park Terrace.
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Stone cottages define Olmos Park Terrace

Olmos Park Terrace’s claim to fame is its English-style stone cottages, most of which were built in the 1930s and 1940s. Winding footpaths that cut through tall trees and large gardens led up to European-influenced properties with A-frame roofs, prominent chimneys and intricate stonework. It is also common for cottages to come with a guest house or workshop space in the backyard. While these residences are highly sought after, some additional upkeep comes with owning a classic cottage. The homes’ age and the quickly changing temperatures in San Antonio can cause the concrete foundations to crack. One of these historic cottages can sell for between $400,000 to $800,000. Olmos Park Terrace has a CAP Index Crime Score of 4, which is the same as the national average score.

Homes with spacious yards and shady trees can be found in Olmos Park Terrace.
Homes with spacious yards and shady trees can be found in Olmos Park Terrace.
Olmos Park Terrace boasts large homes with European-inspired cottage architecture.
Olmos Park Terrace boasts large homes with European-inspired cottage architecture.
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Less than 10 miles into downtown San Antonio

Olmos Park Terrace is only 6 miles away from downtown San Antonio, and 4 miles from the San Antonio International Airport to the north and the trendy Pearl District to the south. U.S. Route 281, known locally as the McAllister Freeway, runs alongside Olmos Park Terrace, and the neighborhood is also close to Interstates 10, 35 and 410. There are several VIA Transit bus stops on the area’s major streets, including Basse Road, San Pedro Avenue and McCullough Avenue.

Find convenient public transportation near Olmos Park Terrace.
Find convenient public transportation near Olmos Park Terrace.
Olmos Park Terrace is conveniently located between Downtown and The San Antonio Airport.
Olmos Park Terrace is conveniently located between Downtown and The San Antonio Airport.
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San Antonio Independent Schools and notable private academies

Families can send their children to schools within the San Antonio Independent School District, such as Rogers Academy, a K-8 school with a C-minus grade on Niche, and C-plus-rated Edison High School. Edison High has multiple magnet programs where students train alongside working firefighters, EMTs and pharmacy technicians. There are several highly rated private school options within 3 miles of Olmos Park Terrace. This includes Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children, which has been serving the area since the 1940s, and Incarnate Word High School, a Catholic all-girls school. The high school is next to the University of the Incarnate Word campus, which is the largest Catholic university in Texas. Olmos Park Terrace is less than 2 miles away from Trinity University, a private liberal arts college.

Entrance to higher education and growth at Will Rogers Academy.
Entrance to higher education and growth at Will Rogers Academy.
Enter into higher education and growth at Thomas Edison High School.
Enter into higher education and growth at Thomas Edison High School.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

8 min drive

Bus

San Pedro & Basse

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San Pedro & Clower

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San Pedro & La Manda

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Hildebrand & Belknap

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San Pedro & Recoleta

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San Pedro & Jackson-Keller

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Mccullough & Odell

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Olmos Park Terrace US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$500,000
Median Single Family Price
$704,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$259,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$175,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$290
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Last 12 months Home Sales
63
Months of Supply
5.30
Median List Price
$550,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,652
Median Year Built
1944
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,260
Above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,386
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,282
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
720
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

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    1 - 3pm

    123 W Mandalay Dr, San Antonio, TX 78212

    $479,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,220 Sq Ft
    • 123 W Mandalay Dr

    (OPEN HOUSE May 4th from 1-3pm).....Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Olmos Park Terrace! This charming home blends classic style with modern convenience and has everything you've been looking for. With original hardwood floors throughout, this home exudes warmth and character while offering a modern open-concept layout perfect for today's lifestyle. Inside, you'll find two spacious

    Daniel Herb Redbird Realty LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
6,138
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,084
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,144

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
58.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 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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