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Windcrest

Windcrest

Suburban Neighborhood in Texas

Bexar County 78239

$329,632 Average Value
$150 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale
Large yards and shaded trees cover most of homes in Windcrest.
Large yards and shaded trees cover most of homes in Windcrest.

Just the right fit for many San Antonio families

A quiet suburb 15 minutes northeast of downtown San Antonio, Windcrest sits between Fort Sam Houston and Randolph Air Force Base, offering residents convenient access to both. Here, well-maintained ranch-style homes house families whose children attend highly rated schools and take tennis lessons in the evenings while parents play pickleball and golf on weekends. Strip malls along the neighborhood’s borders make grocery and retail shopping convenient, and each winter, residents from across San Antonio travel to Windcrest to catch its annual Christmas light show. “Windcrest has deep roots in San Antonio,” says lifelong San Antonio resident and Realtor Craig Morris. “In my experience selling there, things sell quicker there than anywhere else. It’s one of those neighborhoods where people might not know what they want, but they know they want to be in Windcrest.”

A charming Texan street found in Windcrest.
A charming Texan street found in Windcrest.

Ranch-style homes with updated interiors

Windcrest has mostly ranch-style homes, typically with a traditional brick façade but some having modern finishes like painted brick or strips of wood paneling. Though they’re primarily traditional ranch-style homes, some have elements of midcentury modernism like large windows and interior exposed brick, and many have been recently renovated to provide updated interiors. Large backyards are common, as are pools. Newer homes in the neighborhood are often traditional with a mix of sidings like brick, limestone and vinyl. Prices in Windcrest tend to fall between $300,000 and $450,000, with a median overall price of about $315,000. The neighborhood also “has no HOA fees, which is a huge plus to a lot of buyers,” Morris says.

Roosevelt High School, home of the Rough Riders.
Roosevelt High School, home of the Rough Riders.

An A for North East Independent School District

Students in Windcrest attend schools in North East Independent School District, which received an A on the educational review site, Niche. They start at the B-rated Windcrest Elementary before continuing to the B-minus-rated Ed White Middle and graduating from the B-rated Roosevelt High. In high school, students in North East ISD can take classes at the Institute of CyberSecurity & Innovation, a magnet program for students interested in cybersecurity that partners with cybersecurity companies in San Antonio for hands-on learning opportunities. Windcrest is also home to the charter elementary school Heritage Academy of Windcrest and the charter Premier High School, both of which received Bs on Niche.

Locals in Windcrest can enjoy a match of Tennis or Pickleball at FIT High Performance.
Locals in Windcrest can enjoy a match of Tennis or Pickleball at FIT High Performance.

Pickleball, roller skating and other recreational activities

Operating since 1976, Skateland East is many residents’ favorite spot in the neighborhood to stay active and let loose. Neighborhood kids grow up going to birthday parties here, and the center also offers themed events and adult nights. Takas Windcrest City Park is the go-to spot to spend time outside, where kids have baseball games and play on the playground and adults go for jogs and play tennis. The public Windcrest Golf Club lets any resident book a tee time, and at FIT High Performance Tennis Academy, kids take tennis lessons and adults play pickleball. “A bunch of people are going there from all over the city,” Morris says. “It’s supposed to be one of the best places to go play pickleball.” The playground on the campus of Windcrest Elementary is a popular hangout for families on weekday evenings, letting parents socialize while kids let off steam, and for a weekend tread, they head to Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park.

Mrs. Kitchen Soul offers locals a buffet of amazing food located off Walzem in Windcrest.
Mrs. Kitchen Soul offers locals a buffet of amazing food located off Walzem in Windcrest.

Homestyle soul foul and plenty of retail shopping

Just about any Windcrest resident would probably say the best restaurant in town is Mrs. Kitchen, a soul food spot where meatloaf with a side of mashed potatoes and red Kool-Aid is a culinary delicacy. Other popular spots include Benny’s, which is known for its breakfast tacos, and Pollos Asados los Norteños, known for its chicken fajitas. Strip malls line the neighborhood’s southern and western borders, giving residents access to retailers like Walmart, Ross and The Home Depot and grocery stores like Asia Supermarket and H-E-B.

Windcrest residents have access to great public transportation from VIA Metro.
Windcrest residents have access to great public transportation from VIA Metro.

Getting around San Antonio from Windcrest

Windcrest is about 15 minutes from downtown and Fort Sam Houston and 20 minutes from Randolph Air Force Base. Windcrest has a VIA Metropolitan Bus down Walzem and a Park & Ride station to help out commuters. Residents can get to the nearest hospital, Northeast Baptist Hospital, or the San Antonio International Airport in less than 10 minutes.

Windcrest takes pride in there local parks, and well kept residential streets.
Windcrest takes pride in there local parks, and well kept residential streets.

All eyes on Windcrest for its annual Christmas light display

Windcrest’s annual Christmas light display, Windcrest Light-Up, is its best-known event, visited every year by residents from all over San Antonio. “The Christmas light display brings a lot of attention to the city,” Morris says. “National TV networks have displayed clips from Windcrest’s lights during Christmastime.” The city of Windcrest hosts additional community events throughout the year like its National Night Out, a celebration that fosters positive relationships between the city’s police department and the community, and its annual 4th of July Parade. The city also hosts two community garage sales throughout the year, allowing residents to get to know their neighbors while cleaning out their closets.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Antonio International

11 min drive

Bus

Walzem & Windway

Bus

Walzem & Parkcrest

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Walzem & Fenway Dr.

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Randolph Park & Ride

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Walzem In Front Of 5307 (Luby's)

Bus

Walzem Opposite Mordred

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Windcrest US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$320,000
Median Single Family Price
$318,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Months of Supply
5.90
Median List Price
$339,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,391
Median Year Built
1967
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,173
Above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    634 Fawndale Ln, San Antonio, TX 78239

    $399,700

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,090 Sq Ft
    • 634 Fawndale Ln
    • New 10 days ago

    OPEN HOUSES THIS WEEKEND- SATURDAY 4/26 AND SUNDAY 4/27 11-1! LOOK NO FURTHER FOR SUMMER FUN LIVING ... this HGTV-worthy single story four bedroom, three bath corner, 1/3 acre lot with swimming pool in popular Windcrest is the real deal! You won't believe the price on this four sides brick rancher with loads of curb appeal. Just barely a mile from I-35 in northeast San Antonio, slip into the

    Linda Zimmerhanzel Zest Realty

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 4pm

    8321 Windway Dr, San Antonio, TX 78239

    $309,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,457 Sq Ft
    • 8321 Windway Dr

    ** OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 4/27 FROM 1-4!! ** Stop the car! This gorgeous garden home in prestigious Windcrest is an absolute must see! You'll be greeted by an award winning xeriscaped front lawn - meticulously maintained and featuring drought tolerant plants! Step inside and you'll find fabulous hard wood floors in the living and dining rooms! The wow factor continues in the family room - beautifully

    Rainbeau Presti RE/MAX Preferred, REALTORS

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 3pm

    634 Sunhaven Dr, San Antonio, TX 78239

    $429,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,222 Sq Ft
    • 634 Sunhaven Dr
    • New 8 days ago

    *OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND 4/26 and 4/27 from 11-3* Welcome to your fully renovated dream home - complete with a sparkling private pool - in the highly sought-after Windcrest neighborhood! This stunning single-story 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of resort-style living, modern upgrades, and lasting value - including a brand-new HVAC and a lifetime transferrable foundation

    Priscilla Flores-Reyes Option One Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,488
Median Age
49
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.6%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$78,841
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,963

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
40.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

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®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

46 / 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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