homes for sale: San Antonio homes for sale ~ Deerfield ~ 78248 - 10/28/09 04:32 PM
San Antonio Homes ~ Deerfield ~ 78248
Deerfield is a well-established neighborhood located inside Loop 1604 off Huebner and Bitters.  Here you will find homes with mature trees with easy access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and great schools.  There is a community center in the neighborhood with a pool, tennis, and … (2 comments)

homes for sale: Butterfly Invasion ~ They're not what you think - 10/18/09 09:47 PM
The past couple of days have brought us an invasion of butterflies all over San Antonio.  Although they are smaller than Monarch butterflies, we at first thought they were Monarchs migrating south to Mexico.  They have similar coloring to the Monarch.
Well, we were wrong.  It turns out that these are American Snout Butterflies that are … (20 comments)

homes for sale: Renewable Energy & Green Living Fair in Fredricksburg, Sept. 25-27 - 08/29/09 09:43 PM
The 10th annual Renewable Energy Roundup & Green Living Fair will be held Sept. 25-27 in Fredricksburg.  The fair will have lots of exhibits and demonstrations along with children's activities and live music.  Going along with the green theme, there will be an organic food cafe.
Attendees will be able to … (5 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio ~ Homes in Green Spring Valley - 08/28/09 01:28 PM
Homes in Green Spring Valley
Located in the North East Independent School District, NEISD, Green Spring Valley is an established neighborhood nestled among 167 acres of peaceful wooded winding streets.  You may feel like you're in the country here but Green Spring Valley is located a mile inside Loop 1604 off … (14 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Downtown Condos ~ Riverwalk - 08/25/09 10:42 PM
San Antonio Neighborhoods ~ Downtown Condos ~ Riverwalk
Living in one of San Antonio's downtown lofts or condos is an appealing alternative for many people... singles, young couples, empty nesters, or anyone who enjoys living in a sophisticated urban environment.  Many new residential units, everything from new highrises to rehabs of historic properties have … (7 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Monte Vista - 08/23/09 10:22 PM
San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Monte Vista
Monte Vista is included in the National Register of Historic Places and is the largest such historical district in the country.  The area is located less than 2 miles from downtown San Antonio and borders Trinity University.
Monte Vista prospered and blossomed during San Antonio's "Gilded … (5 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Olmos Park - 08/19/09 09:27 PM
"The city of comfort and happiness" is the motto of Olmos Park.  That may be because almost every home in Olmos Park is expensive and beautiful.  It could be because Olmos Park is a small incorporated city of about 800 large and lovely homes surrounded by the city of San Antonio, with access … (2 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Terrell Hills - 08/17/09 10:26 PM
Terrell Hills
A little bit of history:  Looking back from the vantage point of 2009, I find this story to be quite amusing.  In 1919, a group of 6 families and 3 bachelors organized with the goal of emigrating from the City of San Antonio and settling in a "remote rural … (7 comments)

homes for sale: New Luxury Condos ~ Simeon of Olmos Park Condominiums - 08/17/09 10:53 AM
The San Antonio Express News reports that the brand new Simeon of Olmos Park Condominiums celebrated their grand opening last week.
The 3 story, 2900 square foot condos located at 215 Annie St. in Olmos Park  each have a private elevator and impressive high-end features:  Luxurious kitchens with Viking appliances, wine cooler, … (2 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series ~ Oakwell Farms - 08/15/09 11:14 PM
Oakwell Farms is a master planned gated community located on land that was originally part the huge Tobin family estate.  It is located inside Loop 410, off Harry Wurzbach near Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills.  Adjoining Oakwell Farms is a driving range and horse stables. 
A desirable and convenient neighborhood for military families, there are two … (6 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Neighborhoods Series: Alamo Heights - 08/13/09 10:05 PM
Alamo Heights is one of the most, if not the most, prestigious neighborhoods in San Antonio.  It was incorporated as an independent municipality in 1922 so it is a town or suburb within a city and is located only 2 miles from downtown.  It has a rich heritage and is a … (15 comments)

homes for sale: Rob Cary Pet Resort - 08/12/09 12:01 AM
Rob Cary Pet Resort
Whenever we need to go out of town we leave out pets at the fabulous Rob Cary Pet Resort.
Rob Cary is located on 3.9 acres in north central San Antonio on Bulverde Road inside Loop 1604.  Owned and operated by the same family who founded the facility … (6 comments)

homes for sale: It all depends on your perspective... - 08/10/09 05:19 PM
Today I was looking through the MLS at residential rental properties.  The Agent Remarks in one listing caught my eye:  "Older home with large square footage."  I checked to see what year it was built and saw that it was built in 1997, which made me laugh.  While this isn't a … (13 comments)

homes for sale: Hot Trails ~ Scented Hunting Candles - 08/08/09 02:15 PM
Bill Moore's Hot Trails Scented Hunting Candles
Whenever I can get him, Bill Moore has been my home inspector of choice ever since I have been in real estate here in San Antonio.*
Bill is a 6th generation "Texian", just like me, and considers himself to be "very lucky to have … (5 comments)

homes for sale: San Antonio Schools & Universities - 08/08/09 08:17 AM
San Antonio area Independent School Districts 
Alamo Heights ISD, 7101 Broadway, 78209; (210) 824-2483 Boerne ISD, 123 W Johns Rd, Borne, TX 78006; (830) 357-2000 Comal ISD, 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels, TX 78130; (830) 221-2000 East Central ISD, 6634 New Sulphur Springs Road, 78263; (210) 648-7861 Edgewood ISD, 5358 West … (3 comments)

homes for sale: ~John the Greek Restaurant~ - 08/06/09 10:32 PM
John the Greek restaurant is one of those places we have been meaning to try for some time now.  Tonight, on the spur of the moment, we did so.  We didn't have our camera with us so I don't have any photos to share.
We met John, the owner, who was very … (11 comments)

homes for sale: Live the Simple Life in the Texas Hill Country - 08/06/09 02:02 PM
Are you looking for a simpler way of life?  Or  just looking for a relaxing vacation getaway? The Texas Hill Country could be the place for you.
Set deep in the heart of Texas, people are attracted to the hill country area because of the lush countryside with its rolling hills and fields of wildflowers. … (5 comments)

homes for sale: Your Friendly Neighborhood Lender ~ Mike Puente - 08/04/09 10:10 PM
If you are thinking of buying a home or refinancing your present home, call Mike Puente with Viewpoint Bankers Mortgage for your mortgage needs.  Mike is a native of San Antonio and has more than 30 years of lending experience.  He treats his clients the way everyone wants to be treated.  As a REALTOR, … (7 comments)

homes for sale: ~Taking the first step toward buying a home~ - 07/22/09 12:13 PM
Pre-Approval for a Home Loan
The first step in the home buying process is getting pre-approved for a home loan.  Having the pre-approval shows Realtors and home sellers that you are serious about buying, know what you can afford, and are prepared to move forward. No matter what the job, no one likes to have his or … (8 comments)

homes for sale: Schertz, Texas~One of the best small towns in America! - 07/14/09 08:52 AM
Money Magazine just released it's list of the top 100 small towns to live and Schertz came in at number 39 in the nation.  The editors at Money Magazine looked for cities with a population between 8,500 to 50,000, where job prospects are promising, crime is low, schools are good, and homes are reasonably priced.
Whether … (13 comments)

 
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