Cibolo, Texas
Cibolo, Texas is a fast-growing San Antonio suburb spanning Guadalupe and Bexar Counties, served by Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD, anchored on the I-10 and I-35 corridors roughly 25 minutes off-peak to downtown San Antonio.
Cibolo Neighborhoods
Cibolo's residential market centers on master-planned communities like Saddle Creek Ranch and Legendary Trails, established subdivisions like Falcon Ridge and Saratoga, and the historic downtown core along Main Street near the Cibolo Creek crossing. Click any pin to learn more.
Saddle Creek Ranch
One of Cibolo's most popular master-planned communities β featuring a resort-style pool, golf course, dog park, and community center. Within SCUC ISD and convenient to both I-10 and I-35. A top pick for families seeking amenities.
Falcon Ridge
A well-established and affordable Cibolo community with mature landscaping, maintained sidewalks, and a neighborhood park featuring pickleball courts and picnic areas. Centrally located and family-friendly.
Legendary Trails
A large Meritage Homes community in Cibolo offering newer builds with modern finishes, energy-efficient construction, and strong community character. Popular with buyers seeking value in new construction.
Saratoga
A compact, walkable neighborhood near the Cibolo city center β close to Willow Pointe Park, dining, and everyday errands. Nearly all homes are less than 10 years old with modern finishes. Great for commuters.
Downtown / Main Street
Cibolo's original commercial district along Main Street β a growing hub for local dining, community events, and small-town character. Mix of older homes and new infill construction close to city services.
Schools & Education
Cibolo is served by Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD (SCUC ISD), an open-enrollment Texas public district carrying a TEA accountability rating of B (81 out of 100) for the 2024β25 school year. CTE programs, dual credit pathways, and a growing enrollment base reflect the area's broader population growth.
Byron P. Steele II High School
9β12Cibolo's flagship high school β home of the Knights. Strong AP participation, competitive athletics, and CTE offerings in cyber security, robotics, and engineering design.
Steele's football program has a strong tradition, including a 2010 state championship and state-finalist appearances in 2011 and 2016.
Samuel Clemens High School
9β12Located in neighboring Schertz, Clemens High serves many Cibolo-area students. Known for a strong fine arts program, dual-enrollment college options, and well-rounded extracurricular offerings. Home of the Buffaloes.
J. Frank Dobie Junior High
7β8Cibolo's dedicated junior high feeds directly into Steele High School. The district offers pre-AP pathways, exploratory electives in technology and performing arts, and strong military transition support for JBSA families.
Alamo Colleges District (Nearby)
San Antonio Β· 25β35 minFive Alamo Colleges campuses in the San Antonio metro β including Northeast Lakeview College near Universal City β provide affordable higher education options just minutes from Cibolo. Texas State University is ~30 min north.
π‘ School District Tip: Nearly all of Cibolo falls within SCUC ISD. Students in Cibolo attend either Byron P. Steele II or Samuel Clemens High School depending on their address. Always verify zoning with your agent before purchasing β assignment can affect resale value and buyer demand in specific subdivisions.
Getting Around
Cibolo sits on the I-10 / I-35 / FM 78 corridor, roughly 25 minutes off-peak to downtown San Antonio and a short drive to JBSA-Randolph Air Force Base, putting it inside the commute footprint of both the San Antonio CBD and the Northeast Side employment cluster. Two major airports are also within easy reach.
Airports
- San Antonio Intl (SAT)~26 min
- AustinβBergstrom (AUS)~60 min
- San Marcos Regional~30 min
- Houston Hobby (HOU)~3 hrs
Highway Access
- Downtown San Antonio~25 min off-peak
- New Braunfels~14 mi / 20 min
- Schertz / Universal City~10 min
- San Marcos~30 min
- Seguin~20 min
Rideshare & Transit
- Uber / LyftAvailable
- Alamo Regional Transit (ART)Service Area
- VIA Metro (SA)Park & Ride
- GreyhoundSan Antonio
Major Employers Nearby
- JBSA Randolph AFB~15 min
- USAA (SA)~30 min
- Toyota (SA)~35 min
- AW Texas (Cibolo)Local β 900 jobs
Car Services
- Uber / LyftPrimary options
- SA Airport ShuttleMultiple providers
- Enterprise Rent-A-CarSchertz / SA
Bike & Active Transit
- Cibolo Nature Center TrailsLocal favorite
- Willow Pointe Park TrailCommunity path
- Walkability scoreCar-dependent / suburban
Health & Wellness
Cibolo residents enjoy growing local healthcare options plus rapid access to San Antonio's world-class medical system β including Brook Army Medical Center just 27 miles away.
Hospitals
- Baptist Emergency HospitalSchertz / Nearby
- Brook Army Medical Center~27 mi (Level 1)
- Methodist Hospital NE~20 min
- Christus Santa Rosa~25 min (SA)
Urgent Care & Clinics
- CareNow Urgent CareSchertz / FM 3009
- NextCare Urgent CareNearby locations
- MinuteClinic (CVS)Universal City
Veterinary & Pet Care
- Cibolo Animal HospitalFull service
- Schertz Animal HospitalNearby
- Emergency Vet ClinicSan Antonio
- PetSmart / PetcoSchertz / SA
Pharmacies
- HEB PharmacyCibolo / Schertz
- CVS PharmacyMultiple locations
- WalgreensUniversal City
- Walmart PharmacySchertz location
Fitness & Wellness
- Planet FitnessSchertz / nearby
- Anytime FitnessUniversal City
- CrossFit SchertzLocal box
- Cibolo Nature CenterFree outdoor fitness
Hotels (for visiting family)
- Hampton Inn & SuitesSchertz
- Holiday Inn ExpressSchertz / I-35
- JW Marriott Hill Country~20 min (SA)
- Courtyard by MarriottUniversal City
Everyday Living
Everything new Cibolo residents need to get settled β shopping, utilities, government services, dining, and more.
π Grocery & Shopping βΌ
Cibolo and neighboring Schertz have excellent everyday shopping. H-E-B anchors grocery options β a Texas institution β and there's strong big-box retail along the FM 78 and FM 3009 corridors. Additional options are just minutes away in Universal City and the northeast San Antonio suburbs.
π½οΈ Restaurants & Dining βΌ
Cibolo's restaurant scene is growing fast along Main Street and the FM 78 corridor. From Texas comfort food to new casual dining, there are solid local options plus easy access to San Antonio's extensive dining scene β roughly 25 minutes off-peak to downtown San Antonio.
β‘ Utilities βΌ
City of Cibolo handles utility billing for solid waste and drainage. Beginning November 2025, sewer services are now billed through Green Valley Special Utility District (GVSUD). Water service varies by location β many neighborhoods use Green Valley SUD for water.
β»οΈ Trash, Recycling & Waste βΌ
Solid waste collection in Cibolo is managed by the City. New residents moving into new-construction homes will have trash and recycling carts delivered automatically. Check your pickup schedule by address on the city portal.
π DMV & Government Services βΌ
New Texas residents must transfer their vehicle registration and driver's license within 90 days. Guadalupe County Tax Office handles vehicle registration. DPS handles licenses β the closest full-service DPS office is in Schertz or San Antonio.
π Pet Services & Boarding βΌ
Cibolo is a pet-friendly suburban community with walking trails, parks, and boarding options nearby. The Cibolo Nature Center offers scenic trails for dog walks, and Saddle Creek Ranch has an off-leash dog park.
Why People Love Living Here
Cibolo is widely considered a good place to live for relocating families: violent crime runs roughly 58% below the national average and property crime roughly 54% below the national average (Texas DPS / FBI), and SCUC ISD anchors strong school value β the structural reasons families pick it over Schertz, Universal City, or New Braunfels.
Strong Safety Profile
Cibolo's violent crime rate runs roughly 58% below the national average and its property crime rate roughly 54% below the national average (Texas DPS / FBI) β giving families the peace of mind they're looking for in a new home.
Military-Friendly Community
Cibolo sits just minutes from Joint Base San Antonio Randolph. The area has a strong veteran community, and SCUC ISD provides dedicated transition support for military families β making it a top choice for service members.
Exceptional Value & Growth
Homes are modern, neighborhoods are master-planned, and property appreciation has been strong β making Cibolo one of the best value plays in the San Antonio metro.
Two Major Interstates
At the crossroads of I-10 and I-35, Cibolo gives residents access to downtown San Antonio in roughly 25 minutes off-peak, the San Antonio International Airport in roughly 26 minutes off-peak, and Austin about an hour north off-peak β without paying city prices.
Parks & Outdoor Life
From the Cibolo Nature Center and its walking trails along Cibolo Creek to neighborhood parks, sports complexes, and the Santa Clara area's open spaces β outdoor living is a core part of life in Cibolo.
No Texas Income Tax
Texas has no state income tax. Combined with Cibolo's below-average cost of living and strong home appreciation near the San Antonio metro, homeowners and investors enjoy excellent long-term financial upside.
Related Central Texas Communities
Considering Cibolo but still comparing? Browse other communities Texas Home Talk covers across the San Antonio metro and the Hill Country β every guide on this site follows the same format so you can evaluate apples to apples.
San Antonio Metro & Greater Hill Country
I-35 Corridor & Austin Metro Reach
Helpful Resources for Your Move
Cibolo Preferred Partners
Trusted local professionals hand-selected for new and relocating residents. Every partner listed has been reviewed by our team.
π‘ Real Estate Agents

Sharon Hayes
Retired U.S. Army combat veteran with 20 years of continuous service and a licensed Realtor since 2017. As a Military Relocation Professional, Sharon understands PCS timelines, compressed house-hunting windows, and the pressure of relocating to JBSA-Randolph and the Cibolo area β often sight unseen. She works with buyers and investors across luxury homes, new construction, and land.
π Mortgage Lenders
π§ Home Services & More
Become a Texas Home Talk Partner
Reach relocating military families near JBSA Randolph, San Antonio commuters seeking suburban value, master-planned community buyers in Saddle Creek Ranch and Legendary Trails, SCUCISD families, and new residents actively searching for trusted local professionals across Cibolo's Guadalupe and Bexar County footprint. Partner spots are limited and vetted β apply today to be featured on this page.
Living in Cibolo Texas: Relocation Reference for the Greater San Antonio Suburb
Cibolo Texas is a fast-growing Greater San Antonio suburb in Guadalupe and Bexar Counties on the I-10 and I-35 corridors. Families moving to Cibolo cite SCUC ISD schools, master-planned Cibolo Texas neighborhoods like Saddle Creek Ranch, Falcon Ridge, Legendary Trails, Saratoga and the historic downtown core, and a roughly 25-minute off-peak commute to downtown San Antonio. Buyers asking "is Cibolo a good place to live" point to SCUC ISD academics, a strong safety profile, and subdivision pricing across new construction and resale β among the best places to live near San Antonio.
Compare Cibolo Texas to its closest sister city Schertz (also SCUC ISD), the I-35 alternative New Braunfels, the Hill Country option Boerne, or browse the full Texas Home Talk community guides hub for relocation context across Central Texas.
