The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78019 sells for about $345,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 78019 — Encinal
The housing market in 78019 remains stable with steady price appreciation and moderate inventory levels. Demand is supported by a growing population and strong local employment, though buyers are increasingly price-sensitive. Current conditions reflect a balanced market where sellers are adjusting to buyer expectations.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with reasonable access to urban amenities and a stable housing environment.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 4.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 6.8% — 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 7.2%/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 6.9%/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 78019, Bexar County TX
Crime rates in this area are generally lower than the regional average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of a district that maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and extracurricular engagement.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and occasional high-wind events; flood risk is generally low in residential zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to regional employment hubs and ongoing residential expansion, supported by steady infrastructure investment.
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 primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major highway access providing a direct route to the nearest metropolitan employment core.
The area features several community parks, walking trails, and proximity to local golf courses, with retail and dining options concentrated along main thoroughfares.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and stable vacancy rates, with a mix of long-term residential leases and limited short-term rental activity.
The local economy is supported by a diverse mix of healthcare, retail, and professional services, with many residents commuting to the nearby city center.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with major arterial roads facilitating access to the broader metropolitan region.
Development is focused on residential growth and supporting commercial infrastructure to accommodate the increasing population.
The county appraisal district conducts annual market value assessments for all residential properties.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and municipal utility district fees where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage widely available.
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.
Features walking trails and playgrounds serving the local neighborhood.
Provides a variety of dining and shopping options for the area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.