5 Great Places to Live in San Antonio for Families

By Vince Mancuso, Storage.com

Finding your place in this world can be pretty difficult, not to mention how hard it can be to move there. Storage.com is here to help with the moving process, either by providing storage or helping you find the ideal place to call home.

San Antonio is one of the largest cities in the country, and it has no plans for slowing down, ranking among the top 10 fastest growing cities in the United States in 2015. Between affordable housing, a wealth of job opportunities, diversity, and a strong military population, San Antonio is an attractive place to live and raise a family. With being one of America’s biggest cities, it can be a challenge to find a good neighborhood to raise the kids. To help you in your search, Storage.com has done the research for you to find the best San Antonio neighborhoods for the family.

1. THE SAN ANTONIO NEIGHBORHOOD FOR ACTIVE
FAMILIES: ALAMO HEIGHTS

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Photo by Nan Palmero

Quick Facts:

  • Cost of Living: 23.3% greater than the national average
  • Median Home Price: $416,200
  • Crime Rate: 5% higher than the national average
  • Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:14

Why move to Alamo Heights?

There is no denying that Alamo Heights is one of—if not the most—popular neighborhoods in San Antonio for families. With Broadway Street running through its heart and Highway 291 on its western boarder, its central location is convenient. The suburb has excellent shopping, from large chain stores to smaller boutiques and gift shops such as Hanley Wood and Five Broads Off Broadway. Alamo Heights has attractions such as McNay Art Museum, which features American and European pieces ranging from Medieval to contemporary. The true gem of Alamo Heights is the Alamo Heights Independent School District, which has a 98% graduation rate and state-level athletic programs, making Alamo Heights a one of the best San Antonio neighborhoods for education.

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2. THE SAN ANTONIO NEIGHBORHOOD WITH GREAT
PARKS: TERRELL HILLS

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Quick Facts:

  • Cost of Living: 1.9% less than the national average
  • Median Home Price: $200,200
  • Crime Rate: 18% lower than national average
  • Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:15

Why move to Terrell Hills?

The eastern neighbor of Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills is a slightly smaller community that shares all the benefits of Alamo Heights, even being partially in the Alamo Heights Independent School District (ISD) alongside the North East Independent School District. This suburb was also named the top suburb to raise a family in San Antonio by Niche due to its unemployment rate of 1.2%, which is well below the national average of 6.3%. Additionally, more than a quarter of the population is below the age 17. Residents love the public parks such as Terrell Hills Community Playground at the end of Arvin Drive which also includes a small, free library.

3. THE MOST AFFORDABLE SAN ANTONIO
NEIGHBORHOOD: WINDCREST

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Quick Facts:

  • Cost of Living: 5.8% less than the national average
  • Median Home Price: $165,600
  • Crime Rate: 102% greater than national average
  • Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:12

Why move to Windcrest?

Located in northeastern Bexar County, Windcrest is located just east of I-410 before it becomes I-35 and is home to the annual Windcrest Light Up, making it the best San Antonio neighborhood for Christmas lights. This 57-year old tradition has residents going all out with their holiday displays, including a contest with various categories. Thousands of visitors come from across San Antonio each year to see the spectacle. Another suburb ranked among Niche’s top family neighborhoods in San Antonio, residents appreciate fast police response times as well as the low teacher to student ratios.

4. THE SAN ANTONIO NEIGHBORHOOD FOR YOUNG
FAMILIES: STONE OAK

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Photo by Karen

Quick Facts:

  • Cost of Living: 12.8% greater than the national average
  • Median Home Price: $289,460
  • Crime Rate: 18% lower than national average
  • Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:16

Why move to Stone Oak?

This suburb is located on the northern outskirts of San Antonio along Highway 281 and the Charles William Anderson Loop. Stone Oaks is a relatively new development and is quickly growing, making it one of the more affordable San Antonio neighborhoods for young families. Parents can appreciate the high quality North East ISD schools as well as living in gated communities for an additional sense of security with young children. There’s also a good number of shopping options, such as Toy Werks, a small game and toy store that has anything for people of all ages, from dress-up supplies to indie games for adults. Adults can also take a break and hit the links at the nearby Canyon Springs Golf Club.

5. THE SAFEST NEIGHBORHOOD IN SAN ANTONIO FOR
FAMILIES: OLMOS PARK

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Photo by H. Michael Karshis

Quick Facts:

  • Cost of Living: 45.7% greater than the national average
  • Median Home Price: $635,800
  • Crime Rate: 26% lower than national average
  • Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:14

Why move to Olmos Park?

Another centrally-located suburb of San Antonio, Olmos Park offers families an upscale and historical neighborhood. The city takes pride in its friendly environment with unique architecture and the beautiful canopy created by its mature trees as well as the Olmos Park business district, which supplies families with anything from groceries to gourmet meals. For example, locals enjoy dining out at Olmos Pharmacy, which offers breakfast, lunch specials, dinner, and open mic night featuring comedians and musicians. The low crime rate makes this a very safe neighborhood in San Antonio for children. Parents can also rest knowing their kids are getting a great education, as Olmos Park is part of the Alamo Heights ISD. Bonus: rumor has it a house here hands out full-sized candy bars for Halloween, so this may be the best place to go in San Antonio for trick-or-treating.

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