Kristen Schramme
Keller Williams Legacy
(844) 305-8136
967 Total Sales
1 in Thunderbird Hills
$135,000 Price
Thunderbird Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas
Bexar County 78228, 78238
Brimming with warehouses, hotels and restaurants, Thunderbird Hills can seem more like a rest stop than a suburb, but as local librarian Mary Naylor says, “this established neighborhood in San Antonio is full of humble, working-class people.”
Residents can easily hop onto Interstate 410 and get anywhere that circles the vibrant, cultural city, whose epicenter is just 13 miles away. A 20-minute drive or bus ride will land you in the heart of downtown, where museums and cultural centers can help you experience Spanish heritage dating back to the 18th century. The city also teems with family activities like the zoo, river cruises, rodeos and Spurs games at the AT&T Center.
Those looking to reside in Thunderbird Hills can live in a 1,000 to 1,500-square-foot single-story California ranch-style home with a driveway and attached garage for a median of $200,000. You can find two-story living in more contemporary 1,750 to 2,500 square foot Storybook ranches for a median of $325,000. Sidewalks and small front lawns line the streets of these residential neighborhoods, great for when you’re in the mood for a post-work stroll with the dog or a bike ride with the kids.
Students in Thunderbird Hills attend schools in the Northside Independent School District, ranked No. 12 in Best Schools in San Antonio, with an A- Niche rating. Your youngest children can enjoy a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio at Villarreal Elementary School while your middle schoolers can benefit from a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio at Sul Ross Middle School. Holmes High School—sitting right off the busy four-lane Ingram Road—can host your oldest students.
Hardin Athletic Complex is just one mile down the interstate, where Northside students enjoy playing sports or cheering on their favorite teams. Even closer is Gilbert Garza Park, where locals push strollers on paved trails and play fetch with their dogs on the bountiful green space. “The city of San Antonio keeps up with our parks and ensures they’re always clean,” Naylor says. Garza Park also has a community center with indoor courts and group fitness studios, an outdoor swimming pool, a playground and lots of athletic fields, making it ideal for anyone looking to get moving.
After burning all your energy, you can fill up your tank with a salmon chipotle burger at Chunky’s Burgers or a breakfast taco at Taurino’s. Wash down your meal with a beer at Longtab Brewing Co., a patriotic brewery where the decor matches the history of its former Green Beret owners. While Thunderbird Hills is peppered with authentic South American cuisine, residents boast that Pho Ha Long is the best place for Vietnamese food in San Antonio. Explore the extensive bookshelves of Forest Hills Library. Or hop to the other side of Interstate 410 to Ingram Park Mall, your one-stop shop for quick bites and clothing.
Want a change of scenery? Head down State Highway 151 and dive into the magic of SeaWorld or pop into Sprouts Farmers Market for fresh, organic ingredients to make that recipe you’ve been meaning to try.
Thunderbird Hills’ industrious location is prime for commuters looking for interstate convenience or residents seeking an active, embracing neighborhood to lay their own roots.
Written By
Mary Beth Greene
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Adam Michaud
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristen Schramme
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Meghan Pelley
Meghan Pelley
All City Real Estate Ltd. Co
(726) 200-4505
234 Total Sales
1 in Thunderbird Hills
$204,500 Price
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Elizabeth Cantu
Elizabeth Cantu
Encore Fine Properties
(956) 290-8523
173 Total Sales
1 in Thunderbird Hills
$176,000 Price
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Kellie Daniels
Kellie Daniels
Coldwell Banker D'Ann Harper, REALTOR
(726) 200-9016
128 Total Sales
2 in Thunderbird Hills
$206K - $260K Price Range
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Stephen Galvan
Stephen Galvan
Keller Williams Heritage
(210) 970-7558
108 Total Sales
3 in Thunderbird Hills
$190K - $270K Price Range
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Shane Neal
Shane Neal
Keller Williams City-View
(210) 794-9106
2,396 Total Sales
6 in Thunderbird Hills
$142K - $295K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Gilbert Garza Park
Joan Price Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Jane Dubel Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
The Ridge at Leon Valley Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Crystal Hill Trailhead
Ingram Transit Center Trailhead
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Thunderbird Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thunderbird Hills, San Antonio sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Thunderbird Hills, San Antonio over the last 12 months is $205,521, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$205,000
Median Single Family Price
$214,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$143
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Months of Supply
6.60
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,680
Median Year Built
1971
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,375
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,992
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 2611am - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$934 - $1,280 per month
- Mira Vista Ranch Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 761+ Sq Ft
- 1226 Mira Vista
- San Antonio, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
14,433
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,056
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,630
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.7%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 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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Inspiration Hills
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