Looking at homes for sale in Helotes, TX? Helotes is its own city in northwestern Bexar County, about 20 miles northwest of downtown San Antonio.
Where Helotes is
State Highway 16 runs through Helotes, and Loop 1604 is about 2 miles southeast of the city center. Helotes incorporated in 1981.
A little Helotes history
The modern town developed in the 1850s.
Things to do in Helotes
- John T. Floore Country Store, opened in 1946 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- The Helotes Cornyval festival, first held in 1966
- The 1859 Marnoch house, a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
- Government Canyon State Natural Area in northwest Bexar County
Helotes schools
Helotes is served by Northside ISD, including Sandra Day O’Connor High School on Leslie Road. School district lines do not necessarily match city lines, so always confirm the school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Getting around and JBSA
JBSA-Lackland is on San Antonio’s west side. If you’re considering Helotes or the northwest, test your commute to your reporting location at the time you’ll actually drive it.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Helotes part of San Antonio?
No. Helotes is its own city in northwestern Bexar County, incorporated in 1981.
What school district serves Helotes?
Northside ISD, including Sandra Day O’Connor High School. Confirm the assignment for each address.
How far is Helotes from downtown San Antonio?
About 20 miles northwest of downtown, along State Highway 16.
Sources
- TSHA, Helotes, TX: https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/helotes-tx
- Helotes, Texas (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helotes,_Texas
- Government Canyon State Natural Area (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Government_Canyon_State_Natural_Area
- City of Helotes: https://www.helotes-tx.gov/
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