Boerne, Texas

Neighborhood Guide · Kendall County

Boerne, Texas.

Historic downtown, Hill Country oaks, and a school district that keeps drawing families north.

Typical Range

$650K – $1.2M

Starter: $450K · Luxury: $1.5M+

School District

Boerne ISD

Boerne ISD

Getting Around

35 min to downtown SA

35 min to downtown SA · 20 min to La Cantera / RIM

Why buyers choose Boerne

What draws people here.

  • Boerne ISD is one of the top-rated public districts in the region — a real driver of demand from families relocating out of Bexar County.
  • Historic Hauptstraße keeps the town's German-Texan character intact: local restaurants, boutiques, and the Cibolo Nature Center anchor daily life.
  • New construction from Perry, Highland, and Coventry sits alongside custom builds on 1–5 acre Hill Country lots.
  • Cordillera Ranch and Fair Oaks Ranch — two of the state's best-known private communities — sit just south along I-10.

Things I make sure clients see coming

What to watch for.

  • Property taxes run higher than city Bexar due to MUD/PID districts in newer subdivisions — always price the after-tax payment, not just the sticker.
  • Well and septic are common on acreage — get the survey, water test, and septic inspection lined up early.
  • Some HOAs have short-term rental restrictions if you're eyeing a second home.

Working with Roman in Boerne

Local eyes. Both licenses.

I'm dual-licensed as a Texas REALTOR® (TREC #713126) and mortgage loan officer (NMLS #277737). In Boerne, that means the offer, the financing, and the property-specific quirks — MUD taxes, well/septic, HOA transfer fees, tax proration — all get modeled before we write.

If you're relocating, I'll build a commute + payment + school analysis and walk it with you. If you already know Boerne, I'll bring the current active/pending/sold data for the exact street you want.

Frequently Asked

Boerne real estate questions.

The questions buyers and sellers actually ask me about Boerne — schools, taxes, HOAs, commute, and market timing. Straight answers, no scripts.

What school district serves Boerne, Texas?

Boerne is served by Boerne Independent School District (Boerne ISD), one of the highest-rated public districts in the San Antonio metro. Boerne ISD includes Boerne High School, Boerne-Champion High School, and multiple elementary and middle schools. Strong ISD ratings are one of the primary reasons families relocate from Bexar County to Boerne.

How far is Boerne from downtown San Antonio?

Boerne is approximately 32 miles northwest of downtown San Antonio, a typical 35-minute drive via I-10. La Cantera and The Rim shopping district are about 20 minutes south, and San Antonio International Airport is roughly 35 minutes.

What is the average home price in Boerne, TX?

As of 2026, Boerne home prices typically range from $450,000 for smaller starter homes to $1.5M+ for custom Hill Country estates. The mid-market band — where most transactions happen — sits between $650,000 and $1.2M. Prices per square foot vary widely between in-town Boerne and outlying acreage properties.

Are property taxes higher in Boerne than San Antonio?

Effective property tax rates in Boerne can be higher than city San Antonio in newer subdivisions because many carry MUD (Municipal Utility District) or PID (Public Improvement District) assessments in addition to standard county and school taxes. Always model the after-tax monthly payment, not just the sticker price. Older in-town Boerne homes without MUD/PID assessments often have lower effective rates.

What are the best neighborhoods in Boerne?

The most sought-after Boerne communities include Cordillera Ranch (private golf community with equestrian center), Fair Oaks Ranch (established gated community straddling Boerne and Bexar), Esperanza (master-planned with amenities), Regent Park, Kinder Ranch, and the historic in-town blocks near Hauptstraße for buyers wanting walkability.

Do Boerne homes come with well and septic?

Many Boerne properties on acreage (1+ acres) use private well water and septic systems rather than municipal utilities. If you're buying a well/septic property, plan for a water potability test, septic inspection, and review of the well flow report during your option period. In-town Boerne and most master-planned subdivisions have municipal water and sewer.

Is Boerne a good place to invest in real estate?

Boerne has seen sustained appreciation driven by ISD demand and Hill Country lifestyle relocations from Austin, Houston, and California. Short-term rental restrictions vary by subdivision — some HOAs prohibit STRs entirely — so verify use restrictions before buying with rental income in mind. Long-term hold and primary-residence appreciation have historically outperformed the broader San Antonio metro.

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