Searching homes for sale in Schertz and Cibolo, TX? These two cities sit side by side northeast of San Antonio along I-35 and FM 78, with JBSA-Randolph nearby.
Comparing Schertz and Cibolo
- Both are independent cities with their own municipal governments.
- Close to JBSA-Randolph, with easy access to I-35 toward San Antonio or New Braunfels.
- Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD serves addresses in Schertz and Cibolo; district boundaries vary by property. School district lines do not necessarily match city lines, so always confirm the school assignment for a specific address with the district.
About Schertz
Schertz incorporated in 1958 and spans Guadalupe, Comal and Bexar counties. It grew up around the railroad in the 1870s. Compare Schertz with other northeast San Antonio-area communities, including Cibolo, Universal City, Selma, Garden Ridge and New Braunfels. JBSA-Randolph is near Schertz.
About Cibolo
Cibolo voted to become an independent township in 1965 and is in western Guadalupe County. FM 78 and FM 1103 run through town, with I-10 to the south and I-35 to the north. The name means “buffalo” and comes from Cibolo Creek. Byron P. Steele II High School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD.
Living near JBSA-Randolph
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Frequently asked questions
Where are Schertz and Cibolo?
They sit side by side northeast of San Antonio along I-35 and FM 78, near Universal City and JBSA-Randolph.
Which school districts should I check when buying a home in Schertz or Cibolo?
Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD serves addresses in Schertz and Cibolo; district boundaries vary by property. Always confirm the school assignment for a specific address.
Are Schertz and Cibolo close to JBSA-Randolph?
Yes. Schertz and Cibolo are near JBSA-Randolph on the northeast side of San Antonio.
Sources
- City of Schertz: https://www.schertz.com/
- City of Cibolo, About Cibolo: https://www.cibolotx.gov/community/about_cibolo/index.php
- Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD: https://www.scucisd.org/page/communities-we-serve/
- TSHA, Schertz, TX: https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/schertz-tx
- Schertz, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schertz,_Texas
- Cibolo, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cibolo,_Texas
- Military OneSource, JBSA: https://installations.militaryonesource.mil/in-depth-overview/joint-base-san-antonio-lackland-randolph-sam-houston
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