The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78263 sells for about $192,942, or $109 per square foot.
Prices are down 10.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 135 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 78263 — San Antonio
The 78263 housing market is experiencing a cooling phase, with median prices declining by 10.3% year-over-year and days on market increasing significantly to 135 days. This shift is driven by broader economic headwinds and a cooling in buyer demand, despite continued new construction activity in the area. Figures for specific metrics like vacancy rates and exact tax rates are based on available regional data and census estimates.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking newer, more affordable single-family housing options compared to the San Antonio urban core, while also attracting investors interested in new construction.
Median prices moved down 10.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 135 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% 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 4.5% · poverty 9.0% — 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 3.2%/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
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 78263
Crime rates in the area are generally consistent with suburban San Antonio trends, though specific localized data for 78263 is not determinable.
Schools serving this area are primarily part of the East Central Independent School District, which maintains a standard accountability rating.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for flash flooding in low-lying zones and high heat, with insurance premiums reflecting regional wildfire and wind exposure.
Development is driven by residential expansion on the eastern fringe of San Antonio, with significant new construction projects like Sapphire Meadows and Annabelle Ranch increasing housing density.
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).
Commuters primarily rely on I-10 and Loop 1604 to access the San Antonio employment core, with typical drive times ranging from 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features proximity to local parks and rural green spaces, with limited immediate access to major urban shopping districts, requiring travel toward San Antonio for extensive retail and entertainment.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of single-family home rentals and newer build-to-rent communities, with moderate vacancy pressure as new inventory comes online.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the broader San Antonio labor market, with major employment sectors including healthcare, military/defense, and logistics.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with major highway corridors providing the main access to regional employment hubs.
Development is focused on the conversion of rural land into suburban residential subdivisions, with ongoing infrastructure upgrades to support increased traffic volume.
The Bexar County Appraisal District manages assessments, with properties typically reappraised annually to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including East Central ISD and potential MUDs for water and sewer services.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional weather patterns, with specific focus on wind and hail coverage requirements.
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.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Regional trail system accessible for hiking and cycling.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).