Looking at Live Oak, TX homes for sale or homes in Universal City? Live Oak and Universal City are neighboring cities on San Antonio’s northeast side, near Loop 1604 and I-35, and Universal City is the gateway to JBSA-Randolph.
Comparing Live Oak and Universal City
- Quick access to JBSA-Randolph and to Loop 1604 and I-35.
- On the same northeast side of town as JBSA-Fort Sam Houston.
- Established neighborhoods with shopping and dining nearby.
- Judson ISD serves parts of Live Oak and Universal City, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD serves part of Universal City, and North East ISD serves part of Live Oak. School district lines do not necessarily match city lines, so always confirm the school assignment for a specific address with the district.
About Universal City
Universal City incorporated in 1960. It lies northeast of San Antonio in Bexar and Guadalupe counties. The city describes itself as the gateway to Randolph Air Force Base. The city identifies Northeast Lakeview College as a local educational amenity.
About Live Oak
Live Oak incorporated in 1960 and sits near the junction of I-35 and Loop 1604, about 17 miles northeast of downtown San Antonio, according to the city. Universal City is nearby.
Living near JBSA-Randolph
I’d love to help you see whether Live Oak or Universal City fits your move. You can also compare nearby Schertz and Cibolo or read my JBSA PCS guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Universal City close to JBSA-Randolph?
Yes. Universal City sits near JBSA-Randolph on San Antonio’s northeast side and calls itself the gateway to the base.
Which school districts should I check when buying a home in Live Oak or Universal City?
Judson ISD serves parts of Live Oak and Universal City, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD serves part of Universal City, and North East ISD serves part of Live Oak. Confirm the school for each home.
Where is Live Oak, TX?
Near the junction of I-35 and Loop 1604, about 17 miles northeast of downtown San Antonio, according to the city.
Sources
- City of Universal City, Mayor’s Welcome: https://www.universalcitytexas.gov/393/Mayors-Welcome
- City of Live Oak: https://www.liveoaktx.net/
- TSHA, Live Oak, TX: https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/live-oak-tx-bexar-county
- Universal City, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_City,_Texas
- Live Oak, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Live_Oak,_Texas
- Judson ISD: https://www.judsonisd.org/about
- Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD: https://www.scucisd.org/page/communities-we-serve/
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