See what it takes to own a home in San Antonio and Bexar County. | Photo by @skylinedronetx
Whether you’re planning your next move or just love scrolling Zillow, NBC’s home buyer index — which debuted earlier this year and is updated monthly— might help you keep better tabs on the San Antonio real estate market as it shifts from month to month.
How it works
The study uses a 0-100 scale to measure the level of difficulty when purchasing a home; the higher the score, the more difficult. It’s measured using four factors: cost, competition, scarcity, and economic instability (think: market volatility, unemployment, and interest rates).
Is it legit? A real estate industry analyst, bank economist from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, and other experts helped develop the tool, according to NBC News. Examine the methodology.
A few caveats: The index does not capture additional homebuying difficulties for certain groups, such as those with lower credit scores, and it can’t always capture data for more rural communities.
Bexar County’s rating
The data listed below comes from September 2024, but it’s updated monthly — in other words, you can check back whenever you’re curious. Check out Bexar County’s numbers, on a scale of 0 (easy) to 100 (difficult):
Overall difficulty index | 48.6
Cost index | 60.7
Competition index | 19.8
Scarcity index | 25.4
Economic instability index | 94.7
The index also shares that a median income buyer here in Bexar County can afford a $371,000 home — compare that to the median list price for a home, which is $290,000.
Feel good about buying, but want to stay updated on what it’s like to live in San Antonio? Check out our City Guides for the 411.
Asked
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As of Septmber 2024, what is the overall home buyer difficulty index for the entire nation (100 being most difficult)?
The 54th Annual Witte Game Dinner | Monday, Oct. 21 | 6-10:30 p.m. | Miraflores Park | $500+ | Slide into your best boots and two-step your way downtown for a night of food stations, bars, and dancing benefiting this museum.
Korn | Monday, Oct. 21 | 6:30 p.m. | Frost Bank Center | $102+ | The metal band hailing from Bakersfield, CA is rocking its way into the Alamo City for one night only.
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Fitness in the Park | Tuesday, Oct. 22 | 7 p.m. | Harlandale Community Center | Free | Show off your groovy Zumba moves and get a free pink Fitness in the Park towel in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“SUGAR SKULL!” | Tuesday, Oct. 22 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | H-E-B Performance Hall at The Tobin Center | $24+ | This bilingual + bicultural family-friendly musical depicts the story of twelve-year-old Vita Flores and her journey to unravel the true meaning of Día de los Muertos.
Wednesday, Oct. 23
Harvest Market | Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 5 p.m.-2 a.m. | Historic Pearl | Cost of purchase | Pick up fall-themed artisan goods, snap a pic at the photo opportunity, grab a snack from local vendors, and listen to live music.
Yoga Under the Stars | Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 7:15 p.m. | Walker Ranch Park | Cost of purchase | Practice a midweek yoga flow and stay for discounted lattes + wine.
Nofi Slowbar is now open on Fredricksburg Road. Located inside the former home of Bexar Kolache Company, the new space offers espresso, pour-over coffee, and tea. Swing by Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (SA Business Journal)
Closed
Mi Gente Comida y Cantina permanently closed its doors after less than a year in operation. The Mexican restaurant was a rebrand of Martha’s Mexican Restaurant after the owner of Mi Gente Javier Barron purchased it several years ago. (SA Current)
Civic
Early voting for the 2024 General Election in Texas begins today. This voting period runs through Saturday, Nov. 2. Check out our ballot guide to see what Bexar County residents can expect to see and find your nearest polling location.
Active
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon is returning to the Alamo City for its 16th year. Happening Saturday, Dec. 7 + Sunday, Dec. 8, the annual race leads runners on a tour of the city that includes iconic landmarks, historic neighborhoods, and a portion of JBSA - Fort Sam Houston. Register today.
Coming Soon
SusieCakes is opening its first San Antonio bakery on Saturday, Oct. 26 near the Alamo Quarry Market. The 2,171-sqft bakery will host a family-friendly grand opening celebration from noon to 3 p.m. Every child who attends will receive a free mini cupcake. Find them at 7322 Jones Maltsberger Rd.
Sports
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Tech
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Arts
🖼️ Whitfield Lovell exhibition coming soon
“Deep River ” (2013) is an installation that documents the journey to freedom by seekers who crossed the Tennessee River to “Camp Contraband” in Chattanooga, TN during the American Civil War. | Photo by the American Federation of Arts
The creativity machine keeps on churning over at The McNay Art Museum. The institution is pushing out yet another fall exhibition called “Whitfield Lovell: Passages” on display from Wednesday, Oct. 23 to Sunday, Jan. 19 in the Tobin Exhibition Galleries.
This traveling show is the most comprehensive exhibition of the contemporary artist to date, and The McNay is the final stop on its national tour.
About the artist
Whitfield Lovell is a 2007 MacArthur Fellowship recipient, who creates drawings inspired by photographs of unidentified African Americans taken between the Emancipation Proclamation and the Civil Rights Movement.
The exhibition
Presented by the American Federation of Arts, the expertly curated works focuses on aspects of African American history while raising questions about identity, memory, and America’s collective heritage. Museumgoers can expect to see approximately 30 additional works and two immersive installations titled “Deep River” (2013) and “Visitation: The Richmond Project” (2001).
It’s finally hot coffee weather thanks to this cool front that came through last week. Now is the perfect time to visit a pumpkin patch like the Good News Pumpkin Patch and find that perfect pumpkin for carving + photos ops. If you want more fall happenings, check out 30+ events around the 210.
