Looking at Alamo Heights homes for sale? Alamo Heights is its own small city, incorporated in 1922 and almost entirely surrounded by San Antonio, about 5 miles north of downtown in Bexar County.
Where Alamo Heights is
Alamo Heights sits in north-central Bexar County and is reached by US 281. It borders Terrell Hills, while Olmos Park lies nearby across the Olmos Basin. Explore Terrell Hills and Olmos Park. Check the route to San Antonio International Airport from each property.
Alamo Heights schools
Today Alamo Heights ISD serves Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, parts of Terrell Hills and part of San Antonio. School district lines do not necessarily match city lines, so always confirm the school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Landmarks and things to do
- Headwaters at Incarnate Word, near the University of the Incarnate Word campus, where historic San Antonio River headwaters include the Blue Hole spring
- Olmos Dam, built in the 1920s, and the Olmos Basin
- The Argyle, a historic former hotel
Homes in Alamo Heights
Because Alamo Heights is a small, established city with its own city services and school district, every street has its own character. When you’re ready, I’ll help you compare specific homes, lots and price points, and set up alerts so you see new Alamo Heights listings quickly.
Getting around and JBSA
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston sits east of neighboring Terrell Hills. If you’ll report there, drive the route at your real reporting time before you choose a home.
Explore more of San Antonio
Compare other areas in my San Antonio neighborhoods guide, search San Antonio homes for sale, see houses for rent, or read my JBSA PCS guide and VA loan guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Alamo Heights part of San Antonio?
No. Alamo Heights is its own city, incorporated in 1922. It is almost entirely surrounded by the City of San Antonio.
What school district serves Alamo Heights?
Alamo Heights ISD serves Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, parts of Terrell Hills and part of San Antonio. Confirm the assignment for each address with the district.
How far is Alamo Heights from downtown San Antonio?
About 5 miles north of downtown, reached by US 281.
Sources
- Texas State Historical Association, Alamo Heights, TX: https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/alamo-heights-tx
- Alamo Heights, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alamo_Heights,_Texas
- Alamo Heights ISD (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alamo_Heights_Independent_School_District
- Terrell Hills, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrell_Hills,_Texas
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