The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78249 sells for about $314,929, or $174 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 40 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 78249 — Shavano Park
The 78249 housing market is showing signs of stabilization with a slight year-over-year price decline, reflecting broader regional cooling trends. Demand remains supported by the area's strong institutional presence and proximity to major employment hubs. While inventory levels are moderate, the market remains competitive for well-priced properties.
This ZIP is well-suited for university students, medical professionals, and young families who prioritize proximity to major employment hubs and educational institutions.
Median prices moved down 2.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 40 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
29% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
3 foreclosure-ledger notices — 0.5 per 10,000 residents · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 16.0% — 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 5.5%/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 5.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 78249, Texas
The area is served by Northside Independent School District, which generally maintains a strong reputation for academic performance and extracurricular programming within the San Antonio region.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and heat-related stress, with insurance premiums reflecting regional exposure to wind and hail events.
The ZIP benefits from proximity to the University of Texas at San Antonio and the South Texas Medical Center, driving consistent demand for housing and supporting local economic stability.
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 commute via the Loop 1604 and I-10 corridors, with average travel times to work reported at approximately 23.8 minutes.
The area features access to the Leon Creek Greenway for outdoor activities and is located near major shopping hubs like The Rim and La Cantera.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from students and medical professionals, leading to steady rent growth and relatively low vacancy rates.
The economy is anchored by the University of Texas at San Antonio and the nearby South Texas Medical Center, creating a strong demand for housing and services.
The area is served by major highway corridors including Loop 1604 and I-10, facilitating access to the broader San Antonio metropolitan area.
Ongoing mixed-use development projects near the I-10 and Loop 1604 interchange continue to expand the local commercial and residential footprint.
Parcels are subject to Northside Independent School District taxes and various municipal utility district assessments where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including hail and wind events 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.
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas4.32.2 mi
- SeaWorld San Antonio4.39.6 mi
- Traders Village San Antonio4.516.4 mi
- San Antonio Aquarium4.15.6 mi
- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games San Antonio4.41.9 mi
- Alamodome4.312.9 mi
- Frost Bank Center4.514 mi
- Henry B. González Convention Center4.612.5 mi
- Historic Market Square4.611.7 mi
- San Antonio Botanical Garden4.711.7 mi
- San Antonio River Walk4.712.3 mi
- The Alamo4.612.1 mi
- Six Flags Fiesta Texas4.32.2 mi
- SeaWorld San Antonio4.39.6 mi
- San Antonio Zoo4.510.7 mi
- The Alamo4.612.1 mi
- Natural Bridge Caverns4.718 mi
- Pearl4.711.5 mi
- Hopscotch San Antonio4.711.9 mi
- The DoSeum4.511.3 mi
- San Antonio River Walk4.712.3 mi
- Pearl4.711.5 mi
- Japanese Tea Garden4.810.7 mi
- San Antonio Botanical Garden4.711.7 mi
- Brackenridge Park4.711 mi
- La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort4.52.7 mi
- Topgolf San Antonio4.41.9 mi
- Canyon Springs Golf Club4.510.8 mi
- Dominion Country Club4.55.8 mi
- Cedar Creek Golf Course4.14 mi
- North Star Mall4.57.4 mi
- The Shops at La Cantera4.61.8 mi
- Ingram Park Mall4.36.9 mi
- Historic Market Square4.611.7 mi
- Shops at Rivercenter4.512.3 mi
- San Antonio International Airport4.38.4 mi
- Alamo Helicopter Tours4.917.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive paved trail system for hiking and cycling.
Major open-air shopping and entertainment district.
Upscale shopping center and dining destination.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).