The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78237 sells for about $147,456, or $116 per square foot.
Prices are up +28.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,261 a month.
ZIP 78237 — San Antonio
The 78237 housing market is characterized by high affordability and steady demand for entry-level homes, with a median price of $129,632. While year-over-year price growth appears significant, the market remains driven by its status as one of the most accessible areas in San Antonio. Inventory remains constrained, and the market is currently balanced between buyers and sellers.
This ZIP code is primarily suited for budget-conscious family buyers and renters seeking proximity to central San Antonio, as well as investors targeting the affordable housing segment.
Median prices moved up 28.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 27.6% — a mixed stability 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 8.0%/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 4.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 78237, Bexar County TX
The area experiences higher-than-average crime rates compared to the broader San Antonio region, with property and violent crime being primary concerns for residents.
Schools serving the 78237 ZIP code generally receive lower performance ratings compared to the state average, reflecting challenges within the local district.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for flash flooding in low-lying zones and severe wind/hail events, necessitating standard property insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to San Antonio's central business district and industrial corridors, though new residential development is limited compared to suburban growth areas.
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 typically have a commute of approximately 25 minutes, with primary access to the San Antonio employment core via major highway corridors like US-90.
The area features local community parks and proximity to San Antonio's broader trail and greenway systems, with basic retail and dining options available along major thoroughfares.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant presence of public and subsidized housing units alongside private rentals.
The local economy is anchored by the broader San Antonio labor market, with significant employment in healthcare, government, and service sectors.
The area is served by VIA Metropolitan Transit, providing bus connectivity to downtown San Antonio and major employment hubs.
Development is largely focused on urban revitalization and the rehabilitation of existing housing stock.
The Bexar Appraisal District manages property assessments, with values updated annually based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to San Antonio ISD or Edgewood ISD taxes, along with county and municipal utility district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including hail and wind risk, which are common in the San Antonio area.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 5-year 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.
- SeaWorld San Antonio4.38.3 mi
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas4.312.2 mi
- Traders Village San Antonio4.57.5 mi
- San Antonio Aquarium4.14.9 mi
- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games San Antonio4.411.6 mi
- Alamodome4.35.3 mi
- Frost Bank Center4.57.8 mi
- Henry B. González Convention Center4.65 mi
- Historic Market Square4.64 mi
- San Antonio Botanical Garden4.76.9 mi
- San Antonio River Walk4.74.9 mi
- The Alamo4.64.8 mi
- SeaWorld San Antonio4.38.3 mi
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas4.312.2 mi
- San Antonio Zoo4.56.2 mi
- The Alamo4.64.8 mi
- Pearl4.75.4 mi
- Hopscotch San Antonio4.74.6 mi
- The DoSeum4.56 mi
- Witte Museum4.76.5 mi
- San Antonio River Walk4.74.9 mi
- Pearl4.75.4 mi
- Japanese Tea Garden4.85.9 mi
- San Antonio Botanical Garden4.76.9 mi
- Brackenridge Park4.76.2 mi
- La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort4.512.7 mi
- Topgolf San Antonio4.411.7 mi
- Mission Del Lago Golf Course4.210.6 mi
- Brackenridge Park Golf Course4.25.6 mi
- The Quarry Golf Course4.57.3 mi
- North Star Mall4.57.7 mi
- The Shops at La Cantera4.611.8 mi
- Ingram Park Mall4.34.4 mi
- Shops at Rivercenter4.54.9 mi
- Historic Market Square4.64 mi
- San Antonio International Airport4.39.2 mi
- Alamo Helicopter Tours4.98.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities for the community.
Accessible via short drive, serving as a major regional cultural and dining hub.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 12.1% 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 $129,632 (-12.1% vs the prior refresh cycle) failed independent re-validation and was reverted to the prior cycle value; the case is under review in the Command Center.