Friedrich Wilderness Park, San Antonio

Updated · 3,561 residents

Friedrich Wilderness Park is a serene, nature-focused neighborhood in San Antonio known for its expansive green spaces and quiet, low-density residential character. While the area offers high visual appeal and a tranquil atmosphere, residents rely on personal vehicles for daily errands and commuting.

Key Highlights

Moderate Residential PrivacyModerately WalkableUpscale VisualsGreat for Dog WalkingSemi-rural feelQuiet and Car-DependentHigh Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityIndustrial Free ZoneHigh Insurance CoverageLargely ConservativeDiverse Age GroupsUncertain Flood Risk
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About Friedrich Wilderness Park

The neighborhood is defined by its integration with the natural landscape, offering a quiet, rural-suburban feel that prioritizes open space and privacy. It serves as a peaceful retreat from the urban core, characterized by scattered residential structures and limited commercial density. Residents benefit from high levels of health insurance coverage and a strong sense of community, with local amenities primarily clustered near major transit corridors. While the area offers a high degree of visual beauty and is exceptionally dog-friendly, it maintains a deliberate distance from the bustle of central San Antonio.

Living in the area requires a car-centric lifestyle, as most daily needs are located along nearby highways rather than within walking distance. The neighborhood is well-suited for those who value quiet, natural surroundings and proximity to outdoor recreation over urban walkability. Families are attracted to the area by the reputable Northside Independent School District, though prospective residents should consider the trade-offs of living in a remote, low-density environment where commercial services are sparse and road traffic noise is a consistent factor.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6.3 out of 10

Homes feature a moderate level of separation with mixed spacing between neighbors. This provides slightly more buffer between properties than is typical for the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #39 in San Antonio →
Walkability
Score: 7.2 out of 10

Sidewalks are available on one side of the street and safe crossings are present. This level of pedestrian accessibility is above the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #146 in San Antonio →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8.1 out of 10

Large residential properties and frequent upscale amenities create a more polished aesthetic than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #31 in San Antonio →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 7.4 out of 10

Expansive green spaces and wide, traffic-free paths provide an environment significantly more pet-friendly than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the area offers secure routes for exercise and outdoor activity.

Ranked #115 in San Antonio →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.9 out of 10

Expansive open green spaces and a high tree canopy define this area, which offers a more rural atmosphere than most of San Antonio. Residents can expect a low-density layout characterized by scattered homes and significant woodland areas, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #59 in San Antonio →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.5 out of 10

A mix of serene rural landscapes and suburban pockets creates a steady but low-key rhythm of life. While some areas offer accessible dining and essential services, most of the neighborhood requires a vehicle for daily errands due to the low density and lack of walkable commercial hubs.

Ranked #198 in San Antonio →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 3 out of 10

Frequent noise from nearby highways and railroad tracks makes this area significantly louder than the San Antonio average. Residents may experience consistent acoustic disturbances due to the proximity of major transit corridors.

Ranked #341 in San Antonio →
Air Quality
Score: 3.6 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, air quality in this area is notably worse than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #65 in San Antonio →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 9.4 out of 10

Residential life remains largely undisturbed by heavy industry, as the area lacks warehouses or hazardous facilities and maintains a higher level of separation from industrial activity than the San Antonio average. While a wastewater treatment facility is visible near the center-left, the neighborhood is predominantly comprised of quiet streets and open green spaces.

Ranked #203 in San Antonio →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 7.9 out of 10

Health insurance coverage among residents is notably higher than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #157 in San Antonio →
Ideological Lean
Score: 3 out of 10

Political leaning in this area is notably more conservative than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood contains a conservative majority with a modest opposing presence.

Ranked #422 in San Antonio →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.3 out of 10

A balanced mix of young adults, families, and older residents defines the local demographic. This distribution is slightly lower than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #373 in San Antonio →
Flood Safety
Score: 5.2 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is higher than the San Antonio average, though the specific level of danger remains undetermined due to incomplete federal studies. According to iHuus data, residents should exercise caution as official flood maps for this location are not yet fully established.

Ranked #256 in San Antonio →

Address-Level Insights for Friedrich Wilderness Park

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Walkabilityavg 6.44
Score: 7.2 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.07
Score: 3 out of 10
Score: 7.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.75
Score: 6.3 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.11
Score: 8.1 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.91
Score: 7.4 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.87
Score: 7.9 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.35
Score: 4.5 out of 10
Score: 7.2 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.94
Score: 7.9 out of 10
Score: 8.5 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 2.27
Score: 3.6 out of 10
Score: 2 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.31
Score: 9.4 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 4.2
Score: 5.2 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.37
Score: 3 out of 10
Score: 8.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.68
Score: 4.3 out of 10
Score: 4.8 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Friedrich Wilderness Park

Northside Independent School District
Grades K–12127 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
7/10
Health Careers H SHigh
10/10
Raba ElElementary
10/10
Blattman ElElementary
10/10
Helotes ElElementary
10/10
Beard ElElementary
10/10
Aue ElElementary
10/10
Wernli ElElementary
10/10
Leon Springs ElElementary
10/10
Langley ElElementary
10/10
Garcia MiddleMiddle
10/10
Esparza ElElementary
8/10
Meadow Village ElElementary
8/10
Westwood Terrace ElElementary
8/10
Hobby MiddleMiddle
8/10
Braun Station ElElementary
8/10
Northwest Crossing ElElementary
8/10
Steubing ElElementary
8/10
O'connor H SHigh
8/10
Burke ElElementary
8/10
Rawlinson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Murnin ElElementary
8/10
Briscoe MiddleMiddle
8/10
Lieck ElElementary
8/10
Los Reyes ElElementary
8/10
Bernal MiddleMiddle
8/10
Harlan H SHigh
8/10
Cole ElElementary
8/10
Tomlinson ElElementary
8/10
Stinson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Kuentz ElElementary
8/10
Henderson ElElementary
8/10
Valley Hi ElElementary
8/10
Taft H SHigh
8/10
Galm ElElementary
8/10
Elrod ElElementary
8/10
Brandeis H SHigh
8/10
Mcandrew ElElementary
8/10
Folks MiddleMiddle
8/10
Franklin ElElementary
8/10
Ellison ElElementary
8/10
Kallison ElElementary
8/10
Fields ElElementary
8/10
Straus MiddleMiddle
8/10
Fernandez ElElementary
8/10
Scarborough ElElementary
8/10
Krueger ElElementary
8/10
Wanke ElElementary
8/10
Jefferson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Forester ElElementary
8/10
Adams Hill ElElementary
6/10
Stevenson MiddleMiddle
6/10
Glenn ElElementary
6/10
Allen ElElementary
6/10
Boone ElElementary
6/10
Ross MiddleMiddle
6/10
Rudder MiddleMiddle
6/10
Scobee ElElementary
6/10
Brauchle ElElementary
6/10
Michael ElElementary
6/10
Lewis ElElementary
6/10
Warren H SHigh
6/10
Nichols ElElementary
6/10
Brennan H SHigh
6/10
Reed ElElementary
6/10
Sotomayor H SHigh
6/10
Jordan MiddleMiddle
6/10
Jones MiddleMiddle
6/10
Vale MiddleMiddle
6/10
Behlau ElElementary
6/10
Cable ElElementary
6/10
Villarreal ElElementary
6/10
Leon Valley ElElementary
6/10
Locke Hill ElElementary
6/10
Oak Hills Terrace ElElementary
6/10
Clark H SHigh
6/10
Timberwilde ElElementary
6/10
Zachry MiddleMiddle
6/10
Thornton ElElementary
6/10
May ElElementary
6/10
Myers ElElementary
6/10
Connally MiddleMiddle
6/10
Carson ElElementary
6/10
Ward ElElementary
6/10
Luna MiddleMiddle
6/10
Ott ElElementary
6/10
Driggers ElElementary
6/10
Mireles ElElementary
6/10
Boldt ElElementary
6/10
Mora ElElementary
6/10
Nisd PksaPrekindergarten
6/10
Hoffmann ElElementary
6/10
Fisher ElElementary
6/10
Carlos Coon ElElementary
4/10
Hull ElElementary
4/10
Marshall H SHigh
4/10
Howsman ElElementary
4/10
Linton ElElementary
4/10
Rhodes ElElementary
4/10
Stevens H SHigh
4/10
Evers ElElementary
4/10
Carnahan ElElementary
4/10
Pease MiddleMiddle
4/10
Glenoaks ElElementary
4/10
Holmes H SHigh
4/10
Jay H SHigh
4/10
Rayburn MiddleMiddle
4/10
Powell ElElementary
4/10
Cody ElElementary
4/10
Knowlton ElElementary
4/10
Hatchett ElElementary
4/10
Mcdermott ElElementary
2/10
Colonies North ElElementary
2/10
Martin ElElementary
2/10
Passmore ElElementary
2/10
Neff MiddleMiddle
2/10
Glass ElElementary
2/10
Mead ElElementary
2/10
Reddix CenterOther
Not rated
HomeboundOther
Not rated
Second Chance AcademyMiddle
Not rated
Chavez Excel AcademyHigh
Not rated
Nisd Bexar County JjaHigh
Not rated
Holmgreen CenterOther
Not rated
Alternative H SHigh
Not rated
Alternative MiddleMiddle
Not rated
Daep At HolmgreenHigh
Not rated
Alternative ElMiddle
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Friedrich Wilderness Park a good place for families?
Yes, the neighborhood is served by the Northside Independent School District, which is highly regarded for its academic programs and college preparation. Families often choose this area for its quiet residential streets and access to local schools like Ellison Elementary.
How walkable is the Friedrich Wilderness Park neighborhood?
The neighborhood is largely car-dependent. While it offers a peaceful, low-density environment, most daily services and shopping centers are located along major highways, making a vehicle necessary for most errands.
What is the noise level like in this area?
The neighborhood experiences moderate noise levels, primarily driven by road traffic from nearby highways. While it remains a quiet and serene residential setting overall, residents near major thoroughfares may notice more consistent traffic sounds.