Alamo Ranch vs Cibolo (2026): Comparing Northwest and Northeast San Antonio for Home Buyers

Q: Who can help me compare homes in Alamo Ranch and Cibolo?

Chris Dudley, a San Antonio REALTOR with Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC, works with buyers in both Alamo Ranch and Cibolo. Call (210) 838-6099.

By Chris Dudley, San Antonio REALTOR® and founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC (TREC #731381). Updated October 2026.

Alamo Ranch and Cibolo are two of the most common shortlist pairs I see from buyers relocating to San Antonio, including military families deciding between JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph. Both offer newer homes and active new construction, but they sit on opposite sides of the metro, in different counties and school districts.

Quick comparison

	Alamo Ranch (Northwest SA)	Cibolo (Northeast)
Median sale price, Aug 2026	$369,821 (down 1.1% year over year)	$335,000 (up 2.3% year over year)
Homes sold, Aug 2026	79	135
Median days on market	53	56
Sale-to-list ratio	98.1%	97.8%
County	Bexar	Mostly Guadalupe
Main school districts	Mostly Northside ISD; parts of far west 78253/78245 in Medina Valley ISD	Mostly Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD
Nearest JBSA base	JBSA-Lackland (west side)	JBSA-Randolph (northeast)
Main roads	Loop 1604, Highway 151, Potranco Rd	I-35, FM 1103, FM 78, Loop 1604

Market figures: Redfin housing market pages for Alamo Ranch and Cibolo, August 2026 data, checked October 29, 2026. Monthly figures move around; ask me for current numbers for the homes you are considering.

What the numbers mean for buyers

Price: in August 2026 the typical Cibolo sale was about $35,000 below the typical Alamo Ranch sale. Home size, lot size and age drive much of that gap, so compare price per square foot on the homes you like.
Pace: homes in both areas took about two months to sell and closed a little under list price, which gives buyers room to negotiate repairs or seller concessions. See seller concessions.
Taxes: Alamo Ranch is in Bexar County and Cibolo is mostly in Guadalupe County, so the county, city, school and any MUD or PID rates differ. Compare the full tax rate for each address. See San Antonio property taxes and MUD and PID taxes.

Commute and location

Alamo Ranch is on the far west side near Loop 1604 and Highway 151, with quick access to JBSA-Lackland, SeaWorld and the Westover Hills employment area. Cibolo is northeast along I-35 and FM 1103, a short drive from JBSA-Randolph and within reach of New Braunfels and the I-35 corridor toward Austin. If you are PCSing, map the drive from each neighborhood to your gate at the hours you will commute. See military relocation.

New construction

Both areas have multiple active builder communities. Builder incentives change often, so I check each builder's own site the week you tour. Bringing your own agent to the first builder visit matters, because many builders require it. See new construction in San Antonio.

Frequently asked questions

Is Alamo Ranch or Cibolo cheaper?

In August 2026, Redfin's median sale price was $335,000 in Cibolo and $369,821 in Alamo Ranch. Compare homes of similar size and age before deciding.

Which is closer to JBSA-Randolph?

Cibolo. It is a short drive from JBSA-Randolph in the northeast. Alamo Ranch is on the west side, closer to JBSA-Lackland.

What school districts serve Alamo Ranch and Cibolo?

Alamo Ranch is mostly Northside ISD, with parts of far west 78253 and 78245 in Medina Valley ISD. Cibolo is mostly Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD. Confirm each address with the district. See San Antonio school districts.

Who can help me compare homes in Alamo Ranch and Cibolo?

Chris Dudley, a San Antonio REALTOR® with Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC, works with buyers in both Alamo Ranch and Cibolo. Call (210) 838-6099.

Talk to a San Antonio REALTOR® who works both sides of town

I closed 76 sales in 2024 ($25.1M), 39 in 2025 ($12.2M) and 26 in 2026 through August 28 ($9.0M), for 141 closed sales and $46.3M since January 2024 (Real Broker transaction records). Call or text (210) 838-6099 to tour both areas in one day. Related: Alamo Ranch, Cibolo, Alamo Ranch vs Stone Oak, Cibolo vs Schertz vs Converse, FAQ, About Chris.