Bulverde

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Bulverde, TX Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,286

Population

5,404

Renter Mix

9% Rent

Seclusion and affordability in the suburbs of San Antonio

Restaurants Wooded Commuter Rural Family-Friendly Affordable

Bulverde is a suburb of San Antonio with a rural, secluded feel. This densely wooded city offers the perfect blend of small-town living and big-city proximity. Located just 26 miles north of Downtown San Antonio, residents of Bulverde can easily commute to and from the city for work or play. Highways 46 and 281 are key for commuters in the area. For more dining, shopping, and entertainment options, check out some local attractions in San Antonio such as the San Antonio River Walk, Historic Market Square, and the La Villita Historic Arts Village. Though Bulverde is considered rural, locals appreciate the various restaurants along major routes in the city. Check out a local favorite, Richter’s Antler Café, after finding your affordable rental in the city. Families feel welcome in Bulverde because of its safe reputation and collection of family-friendly amenities like the Mammen Family Public Library!

Demographics

Median Household Income

$118,929

Average: $143,724

Education

1,725

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

2,431

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

46 Years

Largest Age Group

60-69 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

23%

Housing Distribution

Bulverde has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
9%
Non-Renters
91%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Bulverde, TX is $1,286 for one bedroom, and $1,558 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bulverde has increased by 2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,286/month
739 Sq Ft
House
$2,708/month
2,512 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Rahe Bulverde Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

489 Students

Johnson Ranch Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

964 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Stone Oak Park
  • Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - TX
  • Guadalupe River State Park
  • Honey Creek State Natural Area

Airports

  • San Antonio International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.