Alamo Heights Real Estate Guide
An independent city with tree-lined streets, top-rated schools, and Broadway at its heart, minutes from downtown San Antonio.
- City
- Alamo Heights
- Typical Home Styles
- Historic homes, mid-century homes, and newer builds on tree-lined streets
- Typical Price Range
- Typical values in the $700Ks, reaching well into the millions
- Best For
- Buyers who want AHISD schools, established streets, and a close-in location
- Location
- An independent city of about 2 square miles inside San Antonio, about 5 miles north of downtown, with a 12–15 minute drive via Broadway or US-281
- ZIP Code
- 78209
- Government
- Its own city council, police force, and design review
- Schools
- Alamo Heights ISD, which is A-rated, with Howard Early Childhood Center, Cambridge and Woodridge elementary schools, Alamo Heights Junior School, and Alamo Heights High School. Buyers should verify zoning by address.
- Property Taxes
- City of Alamo Heights, Bexar County, and AHISD rates. See current rates at the Bexar Appraisal District
Overview
Living in Alamo Heights
Alamo Heights San Antonio is an independent city of about 2 square miles, about 5 miles north of downtown. It has its own city council, police force, and design review, and its tree-lined streets mix historic homes, mid-century homes, and newer builds. The Broadway corridor runs through it, lined with restaurants and shops.
Alamo Heights covers the 78209 ZIP code and is served by Alamo Heights ISD, known locally as AHISD. Between the city's own rules, school zoning, and lot values, working with a real estate agent in Alamo Heights who knows the area matters.
Yoly Arana · Alamo Heights Realtor
Your Alamo Heights Realtor
Yoly Arana leads Alamo Heights buyers and sellers for Schroeder & Co. | SERHANT. The team has served 1,500+ families and closed $500M+ across Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
Yoly's Take
“In Alamo Heights, you’re buying into a city, not just a neighborhood. AHISD, the city’s own design review, and the lot itself drive value more than square footage. So we price the lot and the permit path, not just the house.”
Our track record
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Alamo Heights borders two other independent cities, each with its own government, rules, and tax rates.
Olmos Park
An independent city just west of Alamo Heights with its own government, known for grand homes on large, tree-canopied lots.
Terrell Hills
An independent city just east of Alamo Heights with its own government, known for estate homes on quiet, manicured streets.
The appeal
What buyers love
AHISD
Alamo Heights ISD is A-rated and one of the most sought-after districts in the San Antonio area.
Broadway
Restaurants, coffee, and shops along the Broadway corridor, close to home.
Location
About 12–15 minutes to downtown, with the Witte, Brackenridge Park, and the Zoo just south.
Insider notes
What to know before you buy
Design review
Exterior changes, additions, and new construction need city approval, and permitting runs longer than in San Antonio.
AHISD zoning
Alamo Heights ISD is a major driver of value, so confirm zoning by address.
Separate cities
Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, and Terrell Hills each have their own rules and tax rates.
Lot value
Older homes on desirable lots often sell for the land, so teardown and rebuild value matters.
Day to day
Life in Alamo Heights
Life in Alamo Heights centers on Broadway, with shopping, museums, and parks a short drive away.
The Broadway corridor
Restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques run through the heart of the city.
Alamo Quarry Market
Shopping and dining in a former cement quarry, just north of Alamo Heights.
Museums and parks
The Witte Museum, Brackenridge Park, and the San Antonio Zoo sit just south.
Around the neighborhood
Local favorites
EAT & DRINK
Paloma Blanca
Mexican cuisine and margaritas on Broadway
Frederick's
French-Asian fine dining
Bistr09
A French bistro with a neighborhood feel
Ida Claire
Southern comfort food and brunch
Cheesy Jane's
Burgers and shakes, a local classic
La Panadería
Mexican bakery with fresh breads and pastries
Merit Coffee
Specialty coffee from a Texas roaster
La Fonda Alamo Heights
Longtime Mexican restaurant with a patio
OUTDOORS & CULTURE
Brackenridge Park
Trails, picnic spots, and the Japanese Tea Garden
Witte Museum
Texas history, science, and nature exhibits
San Antonio Zoo
A family favorite next to Brackenridge Park
SHOP & EXPLORE
The Broadway corridor
Boutiques, restaurants, and everyday errands
Alamo Quarry Market
Shopping and dining in a former quarry
On the market
Homes for sale in Alamo Heights
Questions, answered
Best Realtor in Alamo Heights
- Who is the best realtor in Alamo Heights?
- Yoly Arana of Schroeder & Co. | SERHANT. leads Alamo Heights buyers and sellers, backed by a team that has served 1,500+ families and closed $500M+ in Texas real estate.
- Is Alamo Heights its own city?
- Yes. It’s an independent city inside San Antonio, with its own council, police, and design review.
- What school district is Alamo Heights in?
- Alamo Heights ISD, one of the top-rated districts in the San Antonio area.
- What ZIP code is Alamo Heights?
- 78209.
- Can I renovate a home in Alamo Heights?
- Yes, but exterior changes, additions, and new construction go through the city’s design review, so plan for a longer permitting timeline.
- What should I know before buying in Alamo Heights?
- Confirm AHISD zoning, understand the city’s design review rules, and know whether you’re paying for the house or the lot.
Let's talk
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Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll help you find the right street, not just the right house.