Alamo Heights, Texas, although a city of some 7,500 residents, is more of a suburb of San Antonio than a city in its own rights. Only 15 minutes from downtown San Antonia the city of Alamo Heights is a base for commuters working in the area. You might think that being so close to San Antonia would overwhelm Alamo Heights, but in fact the city has managed to chisel out its own unique place, steeped in its own history.

Recent expansion of the city has led to a growth spurt in the housing market and there is much to get excited about if you’re hunting for the perfect starter home or just feel like a change of scenery. Prices for family homes start in the $200,000 range but can rise to over $2million; on average the prices are in the $300,000 region.

Being so close to San Antonio has many advantages for Alamo Heights, offering recreational facilities and many other forms of entertainment; the NBA’s San Antonio spurs are one of the main attractions. Throw into the mix an unlimited amount of employment opportunities and Alamo Heights is a great place to be located.

One great thing about Alamo Heights, that sets it apart from other residential communities, is that a great number of residents have all lived in the city since they were young, returning after college to raise their own families. With dedication like this from local residents it is easy to understand the stature of Alamo Heights in people’s minds.