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Woodlawn Heights

Woodlawn Heights

Suburban Neighborhood in San Antonio, Texas

Bexar County 78228

$211,697 Average Value
$152 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Living and working in Woodlawn Heights

Sharing a name with the nearby lake, Woodlawn Heights is a quiet residential neighborhood on San Antonio’s west side, offering convenience to major employers and higher education. “It’s an up-and-coming neighborhood with a good location,” says Realtor Julian Baker with Camelot Properties, who has sold homes in the area. “It’s close to downtown and St. Mary’s University. It’s not too far from Lackland Air Force Base. You’re maybe 5 to 10 minutes from Woodlawn Lake Park.” Woodlawn Heights is surrounded by major roads that make it easy to get around the immediate area and is not far from highways that can take residents around the San Antonio region.

Homes feel suburban

Woodlawn Heights is home to a mix of housing styles that span decades. “It’s mainly ranch-style homes, but there are quite a few homes that are retro 1950s and 1960s houses, depending on which part of the neighborhood you’re in,” says Baker. The midcentury ranch-style homes often have side-gabled roofs, and some have small front porches. Most homes have siding on the exterior, but some have stone or brick facades. Some newer houses in the neighborhood incorporate stone and wood features into the exterior. Homes are typically close together in the community, giving it a suburban feel. Sidewalks line the streets, and leafy trees are scattered throughout the area. Two-bedroom houses usually cost $200,000, while three and four-bedroom homes often cost around $250,000.

Woodlawn Heights has many styles of midcentury homes with generous setbacks.
Woodlawn Heights has many styles of midcentury homes with generous setbacks.
Mid century homes in Woodlawn Heights have unique designs throughout the neighborhood.
Mid century homes in Woodlawn Heights have unique designs throughout the neighborhood.
Living up to its name, many Woodlawn Heights lawns are shaded by mature trees.
Living up to its name, many Woodlawn Heights lawns are shaded by mature trees.
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Traveling by car and bus

Living in Woodlawn Heights puts residents about 7 miles from downtown via Culebra Road and Interstate 10. Residents also have easy access to Loop 410, about 4 miles to the west, which can take them to virtually any corner of the San Antonio area. Several bus routes run east to west through the neighborhood along Culebra Road, Overhill Drive, Freeman Drive and Bandera Road, giving residents convenient access to public transit. Each of the four bus routes through the neighborhood takes riders to a different part of downtown.

Most of the bus routes in Woodlawn Heights run along Bandera Road.
Most of the bus routes in Woodlawn Heights run along Bandera Road.
Bandera Road in Woodlawn Heights is a major throughfare to Highway 410.
Bandera Road in Woodlawn Heights is a major throughfare to Highway 410.
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Convenient shopping and dining options

Woodlawn Heights residents can start their day at Barrio Barista, a rustic coffee shop on Culebra Road at the neighborhood’s southern end. This locally owned shop has an extensive menu of coffee drinks, plus breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Baker says residents enjoy dining at J. Anthony’s Seafood, a local chain with two locations near the neighborhood. The closest one is just under 4 miles away on Loop 410. This casual restaurant is known for its fried fish and spicy sides. Locals can shop for groceries at an H-E-B about 2.5 miles from the neighborhood on Culebra Road. There is also a Walmart about 2 miles away on Bandera Road.

Ice Ice Baby offers a variety of other frozen treats in Woodlawn Heights.
Ice Ice Baby offers a variety of other frozen treats in Woodlawn Heights.
Culebra Meat Market is the only grocery store in Woodlawn Heights.
Culebra Meat Market is the only grocery store in Woodlawn Heights.
Ice Ice Baby offers a rotating selection of seasonal flavors in Woodlawn Heights TX.
Ice Ice Baby offers a rotating selection of seasonal flavors in Woodlawn Heights TX.
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Woodland Heights' namesake lake and park

Woodlawn Heights residents are just a 3-mile drive or bus ride from one of the city’s most popular parks — Woodlawn Lake Park. This manmade lake was privately owned until 1918 when it was deeded to the city and turned into a park. Visitors can stroll around the 1.5-mile walking trail, cast a line from the boat dock or play a game of basketball or tennis. The park also has a playground and outdoor and indoor fitness areas. The park is the site of the city’s annual Fourth of July celebration, which includes a parade and fireworks. Gilbert Garza Park is a little closer to home, just 2 miles west of the park. This park has a short walking trail, softball fields, tennis courts and a swimming pool.

Schools give kids technical educations

Students in Woodlawn Heights might attend Villareal Elementary School, Sul Ross Middle School and Oliver Wendell Holmes High School. Ross Middle School is rated a C overall by Niche, while Villareal and Holmes each receive C-plus ratings. Holmes serves approximately 2,500 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. The school offers career and technical education programs in various industries, such as accounting, automotive, construction and health. Holmes also offers an Air Force JROTC program.

Pick or drop-off in comfort at Villareal Elementary School.
Pick or drop-off in comfort at Villareal Elementary School.
Pat Neff Middle School is the gateway to kids' educational growth.
Pat Neff Middle School is the gateway to kids' educational growth.
Wendell Holmes High School is one of the better schools in the Woodlawn Heights community.
Wendell Holmes High School is one of the better schools in the Woodlawn Heights community.
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Big employers are close by

Woodlawn Heights is about 5.5 miles from South Texas Medical Center, a large complex with nine medical institutions, including some top-rated hospitals and some of the largest employers in San Antonio. Other significant employers nearby include the Southwest Research Institute, about 3 miles to the east, and Lackland Air Force Base, about 7 miles to the south. Residents are also close to St. Mary’s University, a private Catholic university known for its business, engineering and law programs.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

15 min drive

Bus

Culebra & Benrus

Bus

Overhill & Roanoke

Bus

Bandera & Broadview

Bus

Overhill & Broadview

Bus

Hemphill & Broadview

Bus

Bandera Opposite E. Skyview

Bus

Hemphill Between 4835 & 4903

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$175,000
Median Single Family Price
$183,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$152
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
4.40
Median List Price
$192,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,134
Median Year Built
1964
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,420
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,972
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,226
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$36,648
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,677

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
66.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
% Population in Labor Force
54.4%

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®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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