The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78235 sells for about $320,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,350 a month.
ZIP 78235 — San Antonio
The 78235 housing market is characterized by steady demand driven by the ongoing redevelopment of the Brooks City Base area. While inventory remains somewhat constrained, the influx of new residents and commercial activity supports stable price appreciation. Current figures reflect a balanced market with moderate days on market and consistent interest from both families and investors.
This ZIP is well-suited for young professionals and families seeking proximity to the growing employment hub at Brooks City Base. It also attracts investors looking for value-add opportunities in an area undergoing significant urban revitalization.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 15.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 78235, Bexar County TX
Crime rates in the 78235 area are generally consistent with broader San Antonio urban trends, with property crime being the primary concern. Local safety initiatives around the Brooks City Base redevelopment have aimed to improve security in the immediate vicinity.
Schools serving this ZIP are primarily part of the San Antonio ISD and East Central ISD, with performance ratings varying significantly across individual campuses. Many residents seek out magnet or charter options within the broader San Antonio area to supplement local offerings.
The area is subject to standard South Texas climate risks, including potential for flash flooding in low-lying zones and high-wind events during storm seasons. Insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather patterns common to Bexar County.
The area is experiencing significant economic momentum driven by the redevelopment of the former Brooks Air Force Base into a mixed-use hub. This transformation has attracted new corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and retail, serving as a major anchor for local employment.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents benefit from proximity to I-37 and US-281, providing direct access to downtown San Antonio. Commute times are generally moderate, though traffic congestion increases during peak hours along major arterial corridors.
The area features access to the Mission Reach of the San Antonio River Walk and several local parks, including the expansive Southside Lions Park. Shopping and dining options are concentrated around the Brooks City Base development.
The rental market is robust, supported by the influx of workers to the Brooks City Base campus and proximity to downtown. Vacancy rates are relatively low, and rent growth has tracked with the broader San Antonio market, with a mix of older single-family rentals and new apartment builds.
The economy is anchored by the Brooks City Base development, which hosts healthcare, technology, and retail employers. The area benefits from its strategic location near downtown San Antonio and major transportation arteries.
The area is served by VIA Metropolitan Transit, with bus routes connecting to the downtown transit hub. Infrastructure improvements are ongoing to support the increased density around the Brooks development.
Development is heavily focused on the Brooks master plan, which includes ongoing phases of residential housing and commercial expansion. Zoning changes are frequently reviewed to accommodate higher-density mixed-use projects.
The Bexar Appraisal District manages assessments for the county, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine market values for tax purposes.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to San Antonio ISD or East Central ISD taxes, along with county and city levies. Some areas may fall within specific Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ) related to the Brooks development.
Property insurance costs are reflective of the broader San Antonio market, with premiums influenced by regional weather risks and the age of the housing stock.
Texas continues to see strong net domestic migration, with San Antonio serving as a primary destination for both internal state moves and out-of-state relocations.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults under the deed of trust framework.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure notice to buyers, detailing the condition of the property and known defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major hub for retail, dining, and corporate offices.
Large public park with trails, fishing, and sports facilities.
Part of the San Antonio River Walk expansion offering extensive hike and bike trails.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 40.6% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $190,000 (-40.6% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.