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2024 Home Edition

A changing market

188.79% increase The 78108 ZIP code saw a year- over-year increase of 335 active listings in April compared to 2022.

SOURCE: SAN ANTONIO BOARD OF REALTORSCOMMUNITY IMPACT

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Northeast San Antonio Metrocom homes spend more time on market

realtor Brian Mylar said. “Back in 2021, you put a house on the market and would have an oer immediately,” Mylar said. “It is a complete turnaround today, and a lot of buyers are concerned about interest rates.”

78154 ZIP code, with 12 average days on the market in April 2022 and 77 days in April 2024, according to data from the San Antonio Board of Realtors. Changes in the market have prevented some potential buyers from showing interest in prop- erties, while sellers compromise on initial prices,

BY ERIC WEILBACHER

Median home prices in the northeast San Antonio area have continued to increase over the last two years while average days on the market have more than tripled in some ZIP codes. The largest gap in days on the market is in the

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Also in this issue

Impacts: Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse coming soon (Page 7)

Government: $12 million set for Schertz park projects (Page 8)

Education: Judson ISD budget approved (Page 9)

Transportation: FM 1103 work to resume in Fall (Page 10)

A VARIETY OF NEW HOMES NOW SELLING. 6 MODELS OPEN. Along I-35, not far from historic Gruene, a community with a friendly hometown vibe and a healthy side of country is coming to life. Gracious public parks, inviting trails and unique experiences—including Midtown Mayfair, our planned shopping, dining and workplace district—are taking shape. Inspired new homes are selling and models are now open. Welcome to the beginning of Mayfair. We invite you to join us. New homes from the $400s.

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Impacts

4 Sweet Land of Litter Free Refillery The refill and natural goods store offers a selection of natural soaps, lotions, surface cleaners, shampoos and more. Items are filled in reusable containers. Customers can bring their own clean bottles. • Opened April 25 • 18771 FM 2252, San Antonio • Facebook: Sweet Land of Litter Free 5 Chick-fil-A Supply The restaurant chain opened a new distribution center in the city of Selma. The project broke ground in 2023. • Opened June 18 • 17640 Ben E. Keith Way, Selma • www.cfa-supply.com 6 Salad and Go The new eatery offers made-to-order, healthy options, including salads, wraps and breakfast burritos. • Opened June 10 7 FluffButts Pet Grooming The business offers full-service pet grooming featuring customizable services for cats and dogs. • Opened June 30 • 4470 Green Valley Road, Ste. 103, Cibolo • www.fluffbuttsgrooming.com • 2432 FM 1103, Cibolo • www.saladandgo.com

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8 CityVet The pet care clinic offers wellness and preventative care, boarding, surgery, pharmacy, and more. • Opening TBD • 520 Kitty Hawk Road, Universal City • www.cityvet.com 9 Mattenga’s Pizzeria The Cibolo location will be in a new retail development across from Steele High School. Mattenga’s offers a variety of pizza, pizza rolls, wings and more. • Opening by the end of 2024

Now open

1 Hounds Town USA The business offers pet boarding services and a pet spa. • Opened June 1 • 13215 Judson Road, Ste. 101, San Antonio • www.houndstownusa.com 2 Smoothie King The business features a variety of smoothies, smoothie

3 Leslie’s Pool Supplies The retailer offers swimming pool and hot tub items, including maintenance supplies, pool cleaning supplies, inflatable toys, hot tub equipment and more. • Opened June 12 • 857 Cibolo Valley Drive, Ste. 244, Cibolo • www.lesliespool.com

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Coming soon

10 Dick’s House of Sports The business is a sports-focused retail building derived from Dick’s Sporting Goods. The new location will feature a rock climbing wall, batting cages and other amenities. • Opening in 2025 • Live Oak Town Center, I-35 and Loop 1604 West, Live Oak • www.dickssportinggoods.com 12 Bb.q Chicken Bb.q Chicken was founded in Seoul, South Korea, in 1995 with the goal of serving Korean fried chicken to the world. Since opening, it has expanded to more than 3,500 locations across the globe. The Live Oak location will be in the former location of Milt’s Pit BBQ. • Opening TBD • 8000 Pat Booker Road, Ste. 100, Live Oak • www.bbqchicken.com

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13 Parry’s Pizzeria & Taphouse The new eatery is known for New York-style pies and boasts 72 taps of rotating craft beer. The menu also includes wings, pastas, salads and more. • Opening summer 2024 • 18238 I-35 N., Ste. 107, Cibolo • www.parryspizza.com

Plant Culture The potting bar and shop revolves around indoor plants. The shop offers a range of indoor plants, succulents, potting equipment and plant accessories, along with local artwork. It also features a potting bar where customers can pot their plants with expert guidance using provided soils and additives. • Opened June 6 • 382 I-35 frontage road, New Braunfels • www.ourplantculture.com

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Government

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$12M set for two new Schertz parks and upgrades

Cibolo creates youth advisory council Cibolo students will have an opportunity to voice their recommendations to city sta and City Council. During a June 11 meeting, Cibolo City Council approved a resolution to establish the Cibolo Youth Advisory Council. What residents need to know The CYAC will consist of no fewer than eight total members, including at least six regular youth members and no more than two alternate members. Applications will be conducted in an open application process, and members of the CYAC will be appointed by City Council. Serving on the council To serve on the youth advisory council the following requirements must be met.

The city of Schertz Economic Development Cor- poration and the Parks and Recreation Department will collaborate on the development of two new parks alongside the enhancement of the Schertz Soccer Complex. The details The EDC is projected to invest around $12 million into the projects, with the rst tranche of funding allocating $1.7 million for the installation of eld lights on 10 soccer elds at the Schertz Soccer Complex. The project is expected to begin in late 2024 and be completed in 2025, according to a news release. Future projects supported by the partnership include the development of Hilltop Homestead Park, which will be an approximate 45 acre park featuring an observation platform, picnic areas, playscapes, trails and shing pier. The nal project in the partnership will be improvements to Com- munity Circle Park, which will combine the Johnie McDow Sports Complex, dog park, skate park and other features to create a recreational complex. “Many of these projects have been in the works for a while and with this new investment, they will come to life sooner than we anticipated.” Parks Director Lauren Shrum said. Cibolo to consider 20- year growth plan Cibolo City Council is scheduled to con- sider the adoption of the Cibolo Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan on Aug. 13. What you need to know The comprehensive plan will have an outlook of around 20 years, focusing on short-term, midterm, and long-term goals, strategies and actions, according to the city’s website. The plan is not legally binding and is meant to serve as a guideline for city sta and ocials. Within the plan, topics include: • A future land use map • A master thoroughfare plan • Housing and neighborhood information The draft plan states that the population in Cibolo in 2023 was around 38,140 resi- dents, with that number anticipated to grow.

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Northeast Lakeview to get VIA services Live Oak City Council approved the deannex- ation of two tracts of land totaling 0.030 acres June 11 for Northeast Lakeview College to enter an agreement with VIA. The overview In April, City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Northeast Lakeview College supporting the inclusion of VIA Link services on the campus. The deannexation allows the service to have two drop-o locations on the campus with one at Paluxy Hall and the other at Kruse Circle. This service will be free for students and sta, according to the initial presentation on April 30. VIA Link is a van service that serves four regions around San Antonio, with Northeast Lakeview College falling near two of the service areas. The VIA board of trustees approved the agree- ment June 25.

Adding public transit Northeast Lakeview students and sta can use VIA link to access two regions in VIA’s service range.

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Education

BY JARRETT WHITENER

Judson ISD approves budget, compensation The Judson ISD board of trustees approved the fiscal year 2024-25 budget June 25 alongside last-minute amendments to the compensation plan. Two-minute impact During the budget presentation, district staff said the revenue in the FY 2024-25 budget was esti- mated at around $236 million with total appropri- ations of at least $272 million. With the approval of disaster pennies, which leverage tax rate as a way to increase revenue, the total revenue was increased to around $248 million. Prior to the approval of the budget, the board made changes to the compensation package. The expenses added were not included in the total appropriations number. The budget will have a shortfall of around $23 million or more, depend- ing on the total cost of changes to the compensation plan, Superintendent Milton “Rob” Fields III said.

3 principals appointed to SCUCISD schools Three new principals for Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD schools were appointed during the June 4 board of trustees meeting. The overview Justin Linthicum was appointed the new principal at Byron P. Steele High School. Linthicum previously served as the associate principal of Steele High School, and he has formerly served as a high school assistant principal for Marion ISD. Stacy McWilliams was hired as principal at Ray D. Corbett Junior High School. Debra Rebec was hired as the new principal to lead the District Alternative Education Pro- gram. According to an announcement from district staff, Rebec has been in education for 26 years.

Budget highlights

$23M estimated budget shortfall for FY 2024-25 $500 incentive removed from teachers, librarians, counselors and nurses 1% pay raise for teachers, librarians, counselors and nurses $500 incentive for all other employees

SOURCE: JUDSON ISD/COMMUNITY IMPACT

Prior to the adoption of the budget, the board of trustees held a public hearing where trustees discussed the need to look at the budget moving forward to find areas where funding can be reduced without having to cut programs or positions. During budget discussions, Fields said getting the budget balanced will require tough decisions. “The decisions are only going to get tougher,” Fields said. “And as we do that—to [Trustee Monica Ryan’s] point—we are going to have to make the hard call and stick by that call.” The board will consider the tax rate in August.

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Transportation

BY JARRETT WHITENER

FM 1103 construction expected to resume in the fall Since last July, the FM 1103 project has been at a standstill as the Texas Department of Transpor- tation works through conflicts with utilities and telecommunication lines.

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The first phase from I-35 to Rodeo Way broke ground in November 2022. Cibolo City Council on May 28 authorized the city manager to sign an advance funding agreement in the amount of $3.4 million for the second phase of the project, from Rodeo Way to FM 78. Looking ahead Updates to the estimated start date and comple- tion time for the project will be available following the contractor’s submission of a new timeline.

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TxDOT Public Information Officer Tanya Brown said in an email the organization is working to finalize plans for construction, with work expected to resume in the fall. What residents should know Brown said the plan is undergoing revisions, including sound wall utility conflict protections, which enable installed utilities to remain in place and continue service. The final revisions for this plan are expected to be completed this summer. With the delays, Brown said the new design will include all phases, and the new construction timeline will be submitted by the contractor. The full project will include the expansion of FM 1103 from a two-lane road to a four-lane road with bicycle lanes and sidewalks.

Construction begins on FM 1518 upgrades Construction on FM 1518 began June 20 between I-10 and Hwy. 78. The $73 million project will increase mobility and safety, expanding the roadway to four lanes. What else? The project will also include a 10-foot- wide shared-use path on the east side of the roadway and a 6-foot-wide sidewalk on the west side for bicycle and pedestrian access. The project will be completed in 2028.

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Real estate

BY THALIA GUZMAN

Home Edition

2024

Readers, welcome to your annual CI Home Edition! This guide features news ranging from key real estate trends and new developments unique to your neighborhood to an overview of the housing industry across Texas. All of the stories were written by our team of local journalists, and all of the advertisements are from nearby businesses who support our mission to provide free, useful news—show them your gratitude by supporting local businesses. This year’s Home Edition takes a deeper dive into the real estate data we provide monthly and explores the current state of real estate in the Northeast San Antonio Metrocom and the surrounding area. We explore the temperature of the current housing market and some of its unique challenges in our cover story. Other content includes a look at the a professional household organization business.

What's inside

Monthly real estate market data (Page 12)

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Northeast San Antonio Metrocom homes staying on the market longer (Pages 14-15)

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Home weatherization means improving a home to reduce energy costs, increase efficiency, safety and comfort. Examples of weatherization include moisture control, air sealing, ventilation and upgrades to insulation, doors, windows and roofs.

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insulation, wall insulation, air-sealing, replace- ment of incandescent light bulbs with LEDs, duct-sealing and solar screen installation. For homeowners who don’t qualify for funded programs, some roofing companies offer roof restoration, repairs and replacements through financing or homeowners insurance, as well as free roof inspections. “Proper roof insulation and reflective shingles for homeowners are cost-efficient on their electric bill,” said Adrian Guerra, managing partner with Design Roofing & General Contractors. More to know Home weatherization tips provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs include:

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Real estate

BY THALIA GUZMAN

Median home prices in the Northeast San Antonio Metrocom showed mixed movement when comparing May 2023 prices to May 2024. Residential market data

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A changing market From the cover

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April median home prices

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The market for single-family homes in the north San Antonio area—and across much of the city—is showing flexibility for some buyers, as homes stay on the market for three to four months on average in 2024, and sellers are once again offering a few concessions to buyers, said Chelsea Roberts, the 2024 president of the Four Rivers Association of Realtors. But several factors, including high interest rates and inflation, are keeping prices high. Months of inventory on the market—an indicator determined by counting the number of active listings and pending sales in a market, according to the National Association of Realtors—would traditionally indicate a more “balanced” market, but price inflation and interest rates are curbing some activity as potential buyers wait it out, Roberts said. According to the NAR, if inventory is rising there is usually less pressure for prices to increase. “In 2020-2021, people would pay $10,000 over the asking price. In 2023 and now in 2024 we're seeing that it's more negotiable. People are able to put in at times lower offers than asking,” Roberts said. “But there's not as many buyers. We're not yet in a buyer's market.” Keith Campbell, a realtor with LPT Realty Group, said interest rates have reduced the amount of house people can buy, leading buyers to be more educated and patient when purchasing a home. Compared to 2021 and 2022, sellers are having to do more to market to buyers. “Buyers are a whole lot more patient now,” Campbell said. “Houses aren’t flying off the market. Your house has to look good, smell good, show right, and it has to be priced right.”

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Interest rate changes The Federal Reserve can combat inflation by increasing interest rates or stimulate the economy by lowering them. Over the past 20 years, the rate has fluctuated between 0% and 5.33%.

How we got here

ownership, the maintenance costs associated with a home and the longevity of investments, he said. “In 2023, we might have shown around 20 houses before the buyer made an offer,” Campbell said. “We are easily showing double or triple that now. It could be 50 to 60 houses before they make a move.” With the changes in interest rate, Campbell said his recommendation is for buyers to go for homes they can afford payments on, and if interest rates decrease, potentially refinance the loan on the home. “If rates go down, you can refinance, but if they continue to go up, you will be happy you got a home when you did,” he said

Jose Trinidad, a finance and economics professor at Texas State University, said looking to the baby boomer generation is one example of how the elevated interest rates and home prices change behavior in the market. Many baby boomer homeowners attained gains in their home values, but they cannot opt to size down due to higher prices compounded with higher interest rates, he said. Interest rates are currently around 7%, but the market still hasn’t slowed down for buyers. Campbell said buyers are seeing more houses before committing to a purchase, due to rising interest rates and changes in the market. Buyers are more interested in the cost of

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Put in perspective

The bottom line

Trinidad and Roberts said they expect at least a quarter of a percent of the Federal Reserve interest rate to be cut this year but do not expect much more than that to allevi- ate market pressures heading into 2025. As people continue to move in and out of the area, home prices and days on the market will continue to fluctuate. Homeowner Isaac Hernandez said for people looking to move, selling a home has become more competitive than in previous years. “I’ve been trying to sell my home for about two and a half months,” Hernandez said. “There are three other houses for sale in this neighborhood alone. I think home- ownership can be scary for people right now with the way prices are, and people are more cautious about the homes they buy.”

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The state of the housing market relates to factors dating back nearly 20 years, Trinidad said. “We had a short supply of housing during the entire Great Recession for over 10 years. Not that many new builds were being built, so that led to the short supply by the time the pandemic hit,” Trinidad said. “The pandemic may have been a trigger for a lot of millennials as they were also

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Universal City Casino Night Each year, Universal City hosts a casino night fundraiser. The event will feature casino games, including blackjack, poker, roulette and more. Gourmet appetizers and drinks will be available. Funds will support the Universal City Citizens Police Academy. • July 27, 6-10 p.m. • $40-plus • Olympia Hills Golf Course and Event Center, 12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City • www.universalcitytexas.gov/875

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