Terrell Hills is a quiet, established residential community of estate homes and oversized lots just north of Alamo Heights. It shares Alamo Heights ISD, keeps a deliberately private, low-key character, and offers buyers some of the most substantial in-town properties in San Antonio.
About the neighborhood
What makes Terrell Hills special
Developed in the 1920s and 1930s as an exclusive residential suburb, Terrell Hills remains a leafy, unwalled kind of retreat: winding lanes, deep lots, stately brick and limestone homes, and no commercial district of its own, which is exactly what many residents love about it. Neighboring Olmos Park and Alamo Heights supply the shops and restaurants; Terrell Hills supplies the calm.
Mature landscaping is the neighborhood's signature. Mighty live oaks, tall hedges, and lush lawns frame homes that range from grand brick Georgians and limestone haciendas to graceful mid-century estates, many set well back from quiet streets.
Schools
Alamo Heights ISD
Terrell Hills is part of Alamo Heights ISD, giving residents the same acclaimed feeder pattern: Cambridge or Woodridge Elementary, Alamo Heights Junior School, and Alamo Heights High School, A-rated on Niche and ranked among America's best high schools by U.S. News. School runs are short, and many streets are walkable to a neighborhood elementary campus.
Lifestyle
A typical weekend in Terrell Hills
Life here is quiet and green. Olmos Basin Park and the trails along the San Antonio River are steps away, the Alamo Heights village is a five-minute drive for coffee and dinner, and downtown is a short, tree-lined cruise. Golfers and club families appreciate the private clubs nearby, and the airport is delightfully close.
Location
Getting around
Terrell Hills sits inside Loop 410, about 10 minutes north of downtown. Streets are winding and often dead-end, which keeps traffic light, yet Broadway, the airport, and the medical center are all within easy reach.
Who it's for
Buyers who want a large in-town lot, real privacy, established landscaping, and Alamo Heights ISD without the village bustle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Terrell Hills and Alamo Heights?
Alamo Heights has the walkable village, shops, and restaurants. Terrell Hills is almost purely residential: bigger lots, quieter streets, and more estate-style homes, with the same school district and similar proximity to downtown. Buyers who love a morning coffee run pick Alamo Heights; buyers who love a long private driveway pick Terrell Hills.
Are Terrell Hills homes expensive?
Terrell Hills generally trades at the top of the San Antonio market because inventory is scarce and lots are large. Recent sales vary widely with lot size and construction era. Phyllis can pull current comparables so you can weigh the trade-offs against nearby Alamo Heights and Olmos Park.
Is Terrell Hills gated?
No, Terrell Hills is not gated, and residents like it that way. The winding street pattern, deep lots, and established landscaping naturally keep through-traffic out while keeping the neighborhood open and walkable.
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