The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78006 sells for about $675,000, or $296 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.8%), a market in balance. Homes take about 51 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,489 a month.
ZIP 78006 — Boerne
The 78006 market is currently exhibiting buyer-friendly conditions with high inventory levels and a softening price trend. Median list prices have stabilized, and the sale-to-list ratio suggests buyers have increased negotiating leverage compared to previous periods. Market activity remains steady but cautious as the area absorbs recent growth.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a Hill Country lifestyle with access to San Antonio, offering a mix of suburban and rural living options.
Median prices moved down 0.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 51 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 90% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 78006
The area is served by the Boerne Independent School District, which is generally characterized by high-performing schools and strong community support.
The region faces risks associated with wildfire and flash flooding, typical of the Texas Hill Country, which influences local property insurance premiums.
Boerne experiences steady growth driven by its proximity to San Antonio, with ongoing residential development and infrastructure expansion to accommodate an increasing population.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents primarily commute via I-10 toward San Antonio, with travel times varying significantly based on traffic congestion near the urban core.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including Boerne City Park, the Cibolo Nature Center, and various golf courses, alongside shopping and dining in the historic downtown district.
The rental market is characterized by a low-basis environment with moderate vacancy pressure, reflecting a supply-demand balance that has not fully tracked with regional price appreciation.
The local economy is anchored by education, healthcare, and retail services, with significant influence from the broader San Antonio metropolitan employment market.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-10 serving as the primary corridor for regional connectivity.
Ongoing residential development continues to expand the suburban footprint of Boerne, with new subdivisions and mixed-use projects in various stages of approval.
The Kendall County Appraisal District manages property assessments for the majority of the ZIP, focusing on market-value appraisals for tax purposes.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to various taxing entities including the Boerne ISD and potentially local utility or water districts.
Property insurance costs are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including wildfire and storm risks, leading to competitive but rising premium environments.
Data retrieved from Census ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A major regional nature preserve featuring trails and educational programs.
A central community park offering sports facilities and green space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.