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Rainbow Hills

Rainbow Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas

Bexar County 78227

$194,947 Average Value
$147 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Situated on the outskirts of San Antonio

To the east of downtown San Antonio lies the suburb of Rainbow Hills. This neighborhood is right by Joint Base San Antonio, which includes Lackland Air Force Base, Randolph Air Force Base and Fort Sam Houston. And just 6 miles away is Aquatica, a water park loved by families, and SeaWorld, home to all sorts of aquatic wildlife. San Antonio International Airport is 15 miles away and Palo Alto Community College is 11 miles away. Golf courses await as residents drive further to the east.

Homes priced around $200,000

Sidewalks, driveways, bike lanes and wide streets make up the neighborhood. Yards with palm and deciduous trees are often enclosed with chain-link, wooden or wrought-iron fences. The predominant type of home is a brick ranch-style with shutters, some including covered garages. The average single-family home has three or four bedrooms, but they are snug, with total square footage well below the national average. Most homes are around $200,000, which is lower than the San Antonio average. Some four-bed/three-bath new constructions are available for about $670,000. For those who prefer to rent, apartments go for between $875 and $1,800 monthly.

Homes in Rainbow Hills consist mostly of Craftsman and ranch-style architectures.
Homes in Rainbow Hills consist mostly of Craftsman and ranch-style architectures.
National-style homes in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
National-style homes in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
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Commuters take Highway 90 into the city

Some homes are within walking distance of San Antonio Marketplace, a shopping center with Big Lots and Planet Fitness. For those who opt for public transportation, there are several bus stops along Horal Drive, in the middle of Rainbow Hills. But most folks drive around Rainbow Hills, taking Interstate 410, which encircles San Antonio, and Highway 90, which leads into the city and to several golf courses, such as Briggs Ranch Golf Club, Gate Way Hills Golf Course and Golf Course of Texas. Rainbow Hills residents appreciate that the community offers a laid-back lifestyle close to the city.

Students attend the Northside Independent School District

Rainbow Hills students attend Northside Independent School District. Glenn Elementary has a C on Niche and a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1; it also provides free or reduced lunches to students. Rayburn Middle has a C-plus on Niche and a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Jay High has a B-minus on Niche, a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, and a STEM-focused curriculum. Harmony School of Excellence, rated B-minus on Niche, is a public charter option for prekindergarten through Grade 5. For a faith-based option, Legacy Christian Academy teaches pre-K through Grade 12.

John Glenn Elementary in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
John Glenn Elementary in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
Discover the joy of learning at Rayburn Middle School.
Discover the joy of learning at Rayburn Middle School.
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Buffet-style dining at San Antonio's Incredible Pizza Company

For food and fun, San Antonio’s Incredible Pizza Company is party-central: it’s got go-karts, games and an all-you-can-eat buffet. Or have a party at Skateland West, a roller-skating rink offering skate lessons and glow skate nights. Nearby H-E-B and H-E-B Plus offer groceries. Residents may also drive to Sprouts Farmers Market in the SeaWorld neighborhood. For a quick meal, Rainbow Hills has casual fast-food chains and no shortage of taco places.

San Antonio's Incredible Pizza Company in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
San Antonio's Incredible Pizza Company in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
San Antonio's Incredible Pizza Company in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
San Antonio's Incredible Pizza Company in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
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Athletic fields at Rainbow Hills Park

Rainbow Hills Park includes a pavilion, walking trail, soccer field and softball field. Within Rainbow Hills Park is Jean Yates Community Center, which offers a range of activities, from arts and crafts to athletics.

Playground at Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
Playground at Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
Playground at Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
Playground at Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
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Jean Yates Community Center in Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.
Jean Yates Community Center in Rainbow Park in Rainbow Hills, San Antonio, Texas.

Neighborhood events hosted at Jean Yates Community Center

As far as community events go, locals get together at National Night Out and Movie in the Park. Jolissa Calamaco, Recreation Assistant at Jean Yates Community Center states, “The Community Center puts on outreach events with vendors, and everything is free. We bring awareness to resources that can help with needs like college tuition and dental services. And we always try to keep the kids involved in sports, like soccer and basketball. There’s another community center that’s going to be built, too—with a swimming pool.”

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

22 min drive

Bus

Horal Opposite Barbuda Dr.

Bus

Horal & Demya

Bus

Horal Between Marbach & Angel Valle

Bus

Marbach Opposite Cable Ranch Dr.

Bus

Horal & Easy Valley

Bus

Horal Between Tarasco & Mahota (Eol)

Bus

Horal Between Otter & Revlon

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rainbow Hills US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$205,999
Median Single Family Price
$210,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$147
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Months of Supply
3.20
Median List Price
$222,999
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,664
Median Year Built
1968
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,352
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,344
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,752
Median Age
35
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,620
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,358

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
62%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.8%
% Population in Labor Force
61.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 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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