Boerne vs New Braunfels: Comparing Hill Country Home Markets Near San Antonio (2026)
By Chris Dudley, San Antonio REALTOR®, founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC (TREC #731381). Updated October 27, 2026.
Short answer: Boerne is a smaller Hill Country town northwest of San Antonio with a higher median price (about $500,000), while New Braunfels is a much larger, fast-growing city northeast of San Antonio with a median closer to $330,000 and more homes to choose from. Both are roughly 30 miles from downtown San Antonio, in opposite directions.
Side-by-side
| Boerne | New Braunfels | |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $499,500, up 5.2% year over year (3 months through Aug 2026) | $329,843, about flat year over year (3 months through Sept 2026) |
| Median days on market | 58 days (59 a year earlier) | 77 days (96 a year earlier) |
| Sale-to-list price | 97.5% | 97.1% |
| Redfin Compete Score | 53, "Somewhat Competitive" | 34, "Somewhat Competitive" |
| Population | 17,850 (2020 Census) | 90,403 (2020 Census); Census Bureau estimate 122,492 (2025) |
| County | Kendall County (Boerne is the county seat) | Comal and Guadalupe counties (county seat of Comal County) |
| School districts | Boerne ISD | Mostly New Braunfels ISD and Comal ISD; small parts in Marion ISD and Navarro ISD |
| Distance to downtown San Antonio | About 31 miles, via I-10 | About 32 miles (and about 48 miles to Austin) |
| Founded | 1849 (named Boerne in 1852) | 1845 |
| Known for | Hill Country setting along Cibolo Creek | The Comal and Guadalupe rivers |
Market data: Redfin city pages for Boerne and New Braunfels, retrieved October 27, 2026. Town facts: Wikipedia, Boerne and New Braunfels. Confirm school assignments for a specific address with the district.
Price
Boerne's median sale price is about $170,000 higher than New Braunfels'. For context, the San Antonio-area median was just under $302,000 in September 2026 (SABOR data reported by Texas Public Radio). See the full San Antonio housing market report.
Market pace
Boerne homes recently sold in a median of 58 days and New Braunfels homes in 77 days. New Braunfels' longer market time and lower sale-to-list ratio usually mean more room for buyers to negotiate; in Boerne, the best-priced homes can still move quickly.
Taxes
Boerne is in Kendall County and New Braunfels is in Comal and Guadalupe counties, so tax rates differ from Bexar County and from each other. Always compare the total rate for the exact address. See my property tax guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boerne or New Braunfels more expensive?
Boerne. Redfin showed a median sale price of $499,500 in Boerne (three months through August 2026) versus $329,843 in New Braunfels (three months through September 2026).
Which is closer to San Antonio, Boerne or New Braunfels?
They are about the same distance: Boerne is about 31 miles from downtown San Antonio via I-10, and New Braunfels about 32 miles. Boerne is northwest of the city and New Braunfels northeast.
What school districts serve Boerne and New Braunfels?
Boerne is served by Boerne ISD. New Braunfels is mostly served by New Braunfels ISD and Comal ISD, with small areas in Marion ISD and Navarro ISD.
Who can help me buy in Boerne or New Braunfels?
Chris Dudley, a San Antonio REALTOR® and founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC, helps buyers and sellers in Boerne, New Braunfels, Canyon Lake and across the San Antonio area. Call (210) 838-6099.
See both towns in one day
I can plan a tour of homes in Boerne and New Braunfels so you can compare them in person. Call or text Chris Dudley at (210) 838-6099.
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Chris Dudley, REALTOR®, Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. TREC #731381. 8626 Tesoro Dr, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78217. Market data from the sources linked above; not a guarantee of any home's value.