Magnolia Heights, San Antonio

Updated · 651 residents

Magnolia Heights is a quiet, residential enclave in San Antonio characterized by its dense suburban layout and high walkability. Residents benefit from consistent sidewalks and abundant green spaces, making the area particularly well-suited for dog owners and families.

Key Highlights

Limited PrivacyHighly WalkableUniform Housing LayoutPet Friendly SpacesSuburban LandscapeSteady Suburban RhythmQuiet and PeacefulPoor Air QualityPurely ResidentialHigh Insurance CoverageLargely LiberalVaried Age DemographicsHigher Flood Safety
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About Magnolia Heights

Located within the Northside Independent School District, the neighborhood offers a stable, educational-focused environment free from industrial activity. The area features a uniform suburban aesthetic with closely spaced single-family homes and well-maintained school grounds. With a measured noise level of 52 dB, the community provides a relatively calm acoustic environment, while its high walkability scores and proximity to local recreational hubs contribute to an active, accessible lifestyle for its 651 residents.

Prospective residents should note that the high-density layout results in limited private yard space and reduced privacy between homes. While the neighborhood boasts strong health insurance coverage and reliable flood safety, it remains a standard suburban environment without luxury amenities. It is an ideal choice for families prioritizing school district access and pedestrian-friendly streets over expansive private lots.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 4.8 out of 10

Residential spacing is relatively tight with houses positioned close to one another. According to iHuus data, this level of density offers less seclusion than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #433 in San Antonio →
Walkability
Score: 8 out of 10

Consistent sidewalks and safe residential cul-de-sacs provide pedestrian paths that are notably more accessible than the San Antonio average. Residents can navigate much of the area on foot due to well-maintained crossings and predictable street layouts.

Ranked #31 in San Antonio →
Visual Appeal
Score: 6 out of 10

Standard tract housing features uniform rooflines and tidy but small yards. This visual landscape is roughly in line with the city average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #276 in San Antonio →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 8 out of 10

Abundant green athletic fields and school grounds offer ample space for pet walking. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood provides significantly more accessible outdoor space for dogs than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #46 in San Antonio →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Residential areas consist primarily of single-family housing developments and school complexes. This environment is slightly less open than the San Antonio average, leaning more toward established suburban density than semi-rural outskirts.

Ranked #236 in San Antonio →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.7 out of 10

Local activity follows a balanced, everyday pattern that is slightly more active than the San Antonio average. While some areas feature quiet, greenery-focused streets near water, other pockets remain largely car-dependent with limited nearby services.

Ranked #165 in San Antonio →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Acoustic levels are notably lower than the San Antonio average, consisting primarily of infrequent distant traffic or trains. According to iHuus data, this area provides a much more tranquil environment than most other parts of the city.

Ranked #4 in San Antonio →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

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

Ranked #110 in San Antonio →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 10 out of 10

Industrial presence is nonexistent in this area, offering a landscape of quiet streets and green spaces that is notably lower in industrial density than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood is composed exclusively of residential and educational uses with no detected warehouses or hazard sites.

Ranked #1 in San Antonio →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 7.7 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is notably higher than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, a significant majority of Magnolia Heights residents are covered.

Ranked #185 in San Antonio →
Ideological Lean
Score: 7.8 out of 10

Political leanings in this area trend more liberal than the San Antonio average. Residents may find a community presence that aligns with progressive values.

Ranked #155 in San Antonio →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.2 out of 10

A diverse range of age groups resides here, including young adults, families, and seniors. This population distribution is slightly more skewed toward certain age brackets than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #419 in San Antonio →
Flood Safety
Score: 7.7 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is considerably lower than the San Antonio average, although some residual risk remains due to its location within a 500-year floodplain according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in San Antonio →

Address-Level Insights for Magnolia Heights

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DimensionMagnolia Heights145 Association
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Walkabilityavg 6.44
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.07
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 7.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.75
Score: 4.8 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.11
Score: 6 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.91
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.87
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.35
Score: 4.7 out of 10
Score: 7.2 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.94
Score: 7.7 out of 10
Score: 8.5 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 2.27
Score: 2 out of 10
Score: 2 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.31
Score: 10 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 4.2
Score: 7.7 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.37
Score: 7.8 out of 10
Score: 8.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.68
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 4.8 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
Score: not available
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School Quality
Score: not available
Score: not available

School Districts Serving Magnolia Heights

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 Magnolia Heights a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, the neighborhood is highly walkable compared to the city average. It features consistent sidewalks and residential cul-de-sacs that provide safe and accessible paths for pedestrians throughout the area.
How is the noise level in Magnolia Heights?
The neighborhood maintains a relatively quiet environment with an average noise level of 52 dB. This acoustic comfort is primarily attributed to the absence of industrial hazards and minimal noise pollution from aviation or railroads.
Are there good schools near Magnolia Heights?
The area is served by the Northside Independent School District, which is known for its high-performing magnet programs and collegiate preparation. While the district is managing budget and growth challenges, it remains a top-tier choice for families in the San Antonio region.