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72 Condos Starting at $99K: What Canyon Lake's New Limestone Landing Means for San Antonio Investors

A former Holiday Inn resort at Canyon Lake is becoming 72 two-bedroom condos starting at $99,000, opening a rare low-entry investment opportunity near San Antonio.

Buying in Medina Valley ISD: What Families Need to Know About the District and Its Neighborhoods

Medina Valley ISD offers families a small-town feel, strong community schools, and affordable acreage just west of San Antonio.

Buying a Home in Boerne ISD: What Every Family Should Know Before They Move

Boerne ISD draws families from across the San Antonio area. Here's what to expect from the district, the neighborhoods, and the lifestyle.

San Antonio Home Sales Jump 15% in June 2026: What the Numbers Mean for You

San Antonio's housing market surged in June 2026, with 3,479 homes sold and a median price of $329,730—here's what it means for you.

River's Edge at Gruene: What 200+ Luxury Homes Near the Guadalupe Mean for San Antonio Buyers

A 125-acre development near Gruene will bring 200–225 homes and a boutique hotel to the Guadalupe River corridor this summer.

A $3.6 Billion Expansion and 2,000 New Jobs: What It Means for San Antonio Real Estate

A massive manufacturing expansion on the South Side is about to reshape housing demand, home values, and rental markets across San Antonio.

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Texas Education Freedom Accounts Are Now Funded — Here's What It Means for San Antonio Real Estate

With EFA funding live as of July 1, 2026, San Antonio buyers, sellers and renters should understand how this shift could reshape local housing demand.

New TREC Contract Forms Are Now Mandatory in Texas — Here's What San Antonio Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

As of July 1, 2026, revised TREC contract forms are required in all Texas real estate transactions — and the changes matter.

San Antonio's Housing Plan Is Nearly Halfway There — Here's What the Numbers Mean for You

San Antonio has built or started over 12,000 homes under its 10-year housing plan, but the deepest need remains largely unmet.

TWIA Committee Recommends Holding the Line on Coastal Insurance Rates for 2027

A key TWIA committee voted 4-1 to recommend no rate change for 2027, offering some stability for Texas coastal property owners.

Buying in Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD: A Family's Guide to the District and Its Neighborhoods

Thinking about buying in SCUC ISD? Here's what families need to know about the district, the communities, and the lifestyle.

Texas Released Real Insurance Data for 2019–2025 — Here's What San Antonio Homeowners Need to Know

TDI's new public data on premiums and claims gives San Antonio buyers, sellers, and owners a sharper tool for making smarter housing decisions.

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Buying a Home in Judson ISD: A Family Guide to the District, Neighborhoods and Lifestyle

Thinking about buying in Judson ISD? Here's what San Antonio families should know before they start their home search.

San Antonio City Council Delays SAWS Rate Increase to October — What It Means for Your Home

A 6-5 council vote pushes a proposed SAWS water rate increase to October 2026, giving homeowners and buyers a few more months of breathing room.

Fed Holds Rates Steady Again: What It Means for San Antonio Home Buyers, Sellers and Renters This Summer

The Fed voted 12-0 to keep rates at 3.50%–3.75%. Here's what that means if you're buying, selling or renting in San Antonio right now.

San Antonio Home Sales Jump 5% in May 2026: What the Numbers Mean for You

San Antonio posted 3,637 home sales in May 2026, up 5% year over year, with shifting prices and more inventory giving buyers new leverage.

Buying a Home in Comal ISD: What Families Need to Know Before They Move

Comal ISD draws families from across the San Antonio area. Here's what to expect from its neighborhoods, schools, and lifestyle.

Graham Weston's 42-Home Kuehler Court Project Moves Closer to Reality in New Braunfels

New Braunfels planners backed rezoning 5.14 acres for Kuehler Court, a 42-home development heading next to City Council.

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Edwards Aquifer Drops to Stage 3: What San Antonio Homeowners Need to Know Right Now

The EAA eased restrictions from Stage 4 to Stage 3 this week, giving permit holders a small but meaningful break as summer heats up.

30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits 6.53%: What San Antonio Buyers, Sellers and Renters Need to Know Right Now

Freddie Mac's latest rate of 6.53% is shaping decisions across San Antonio's housing market this summer—here's how it affects you.

Buying a Home in San Antonio ISD: What Families Need to Know Before They Shop

San Antonio ISD covers the urban heart of the city—here's what families should understand before buying a home within its boundaries.

Bexar County DA Race Is Set: What It Means for San Antonio Homeowners and Buyers

After Tuesday's runoff, Democrat Luz Elena Chapa and Republican Ashley Foster will face off in November for Bexar County district attorney.

Draft Flood Maps Could Add Thousands of Bexar County Homes to Flood Zones — Here's What to Know

New draft flood maps may place 5,639 Bexar County buildings in flood zones, affecting buyers, sellers, renters and homeowners across San Antonio.

NOAA Predicts a Quieter 2026 Hurricane Season — Here's What That Means for San Antonio Homeowners

NOAA forecasts a below-normal 2026 hurricane season, and that outlook has real implications for SA-area buyers, sellers, and homeowners.