Preserve at Alamo Ranch, San Antonio

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The Preserve at Alamo Ranch offers an upscale suburban aesthetic characterized by a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere and high-end residential design. While the area provides moderate walkability and a peaceful environment away from industrial activity, residents should be aware of localized flood risks and air quality challenges.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyModerate WalkabilityUpscale Suburban AestheticAverage Dog FriendlinessSemi-rural feelQuiet and RemoteModerate Traffic NoisePoor Air QualityPurely ResidentialHigh Insurance CoveragePolitically BalancedDiverse Age MixModerate Flood Risk
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About Preserve at Alamo Ranch

The Preserve at Alamo Ranch is a residential enclave defined by its polished, upscale suburban aesthetic and spacious, semi-rural feel. Located away from industrial sites and warehouses, the area maintains a tranquil environment that appeals to those seeking a break from the density of central San Antonio. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood supports a diverse demographic of families, young professionals, and retirees, fostering a politically balanced community with high rates of health insurance coverage.

Living in this area requires balancing its aesthetic appeal and quiet nature against specific trade-offs. While the neighborhood offers better-than-average pedestrian accessibility, it remains remote with limited immediate access to local businesses. Prospective residents should also consider that the area experiences occasional traffic noise and faces higher-than-average flood risks. Families are served by the Northside Independent School District, which provides access to reputable magnet programs, though the district is currently managing budgetary and operational transitions.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Housing density is moderate, providing a balanced amount of separation between homes. According to iHuus data, this level of spacing is slightly lower than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #393 in San Antonio →
Walkability
Score: 6.6 out of 10

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

Ranked #225 in San Antonio →
Visual Appeal
Score: 7 out of 10

Large-scale residences and high-end community amenities provide a highly polished landscape. According to iHuus data, the visual quality of this area is notably higher than the San Antonio average.

Ranked #208 in San Antonio →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 5.8 out of 10

Pet owners can find standard amenities such as green verges, though access to dedicated public park space is roughly comparable to the San Antonio average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #300 in San Antonio →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 8 out of 10

Frequent open land and scattered homes provide a more spacious, semi-rural atmosphere compared to the more densely developed San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #57 in San Antonio →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 2.3 out of 10

Low-density housing and significant open space create a serene atmosphere with very limited access to local businesses. This area is noticeably more tranquil and less active than the typical San Antonio neighborhood, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #427 in San Antonio →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 5.5 out of 10

Steady traffic sounds from nearby busy streets are present, though the level of acoustic disturbance is notably lower than the San Antonio average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #95 in San Antonio →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

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

Ranked #110 in San Antonio →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.8 out of 10

Industrial facilities and warehouses are absent from this area, providing a more residential environment than the San Antonio average. According to iHuus data, the landscape consists of quiet streets and open green spaces.

Ranked #256 in San Antonio →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 8 out of 10

Health insurance accessibility is notably higher here than the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #153 in San Antonio →
Ideological Lean
Score: 4.8 out of 10

Political leanings in this area are split almost evenly between conservative and liberal perspectives. This represents a more moderate ideological landscape than the significantly more liberal leaning average found across San Antonio.

Ranked #323 in San Antonio →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.8 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced demographic of young professionals, families, and seniors. This age distribution is largely in line with the San Antonio average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #206 in San Antonio →
Flood Safety
Score: 6.1 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is higher than the San Antonio average, though FEMA has not yet completed a detailed study for this specific location.

Ranked #214 in San Antonio →

Address-Level Insights for Preserve at Alamo Ranch

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DimensionPreserve at Alamo Ranch145 Association
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Walkabilityavg 6.44
Score: 6.6 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.07
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Score: 7.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.75
Score: 5.3 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.11
Score: 7 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.91
Score: 5.8 out of 10
Score: 8 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.87
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.35
Score: 2.3 out of 10
Score: 7.2 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.94
Score: 8 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: 8.8 out of 10
Score: 10 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 4.2
Score: 6.1 out of 10
Score: 7.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.37
Score: 4.8 out of 10
Score: 8.8 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.68
Score: 4.8 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 Preserve at Alamo Ranch

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
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School Insights for Preserve at Alamo Ranch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Preserve at Alamo Ranch a good area for families?
Yes, the area is served by the Northside Independent School District, which is known for high-performing high schools and competitive magnet programs. Families benefit from a diverse, balanced community and a quiet, residential setting.
What is the atmosphere like in this neighborhood?
The neighborhood offers a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere with an upscale suburban aesthetic. It is primarily residential and lacks industrial activity, making it a tranquil choice for those seeking to avoid the bustle of the city center.
Are there any environmental factors to consider before moving here?
Residents should be aware that the area experiences higher-than-average flood risks and occasional air quality challenges. It is recommended to review local flood maps and health advisories when considering a move to this part of San Antonio.