Live Oak, TX Home Buying Guide (2026)

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

Live Oak is its own city in northeast Bexar County, with a council-manager government, about 4.8 square miles and 15,781 residents at the 2020 census. Homes here usually carry a 78233 ZIP code and a "San Antonio" or "Live Oak" mailing address, so check the city limits before you compare tax bills. This guide covers prices, taxes, schools and what to check before you buy.

Live Oak home prices in 2026

Median sale price: $248,336 in Redfin's August 2026 report, down 4.1% from a year earlier.
Homes sold: 39 in August 2026 (Redfin).
Median days on market: 53, three days longer than a year earlier (Redfin).
Sale-to-list ratio: 96.7% (Redfin).
Price per square foot: about $166 (Redfin, recent three months).

Live Oak's median sits below the overall San Antonio area median, which makes it a common search for first-time buyers. With prices slightly lower than last year and homes taking about seven weeks to sell, buyers have room to negotiate. Chris prices offers from SABOR MLS sales of similar homes nearby.

Property taxes in Live Oak

Your bill combines the City of Live Oak rate with Bexar County, school district and other local rates. The city's 2025 rate was $0.386734 per $100 of value. For 2026, the city proposed $0.398755 per $100, equal to its no-new-revenue rate (vote scheduled September 8, 2026). Confirm the adopted rate with the city or the Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector. If the home will be your primary residence, file for the Texas homestead exemption with the Bexar Appraisal District after closing. More: San Antonio property taxes explained.

Schools

Live Oak is served by Judson ISD and North East ISD, depending on the address. Confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district before you make an offer.

Getting around

Live Oak sits on San Antonio's northeast side, within reach of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph and Fort Sam Houston. Test your commute at rush hour before you commit. See homes near Randolph AFB and the military relocation guide.

What to check when buying in Live Oak

Confirm the city and school district. Live Oak, Universal City, Converse and San Antonio meet in this part of Bexar County. Check the tax records and the district for the exact address.
Inspect during the option period. Most Live Oak homes are resales. Get a full inspection and add roof, HVAC, sewer line or foundation checks where the inspector recommends them. See the Texas option period.
Ask about the HOA. Some subdivisions have HOAs and some do not. Review dues and rules before the option period ends. See HOAs for San Antonio buyers.
Use the market's pace. With 53 median days on market and a 96.7% sale-to-list ratio, ask for seller-paid closing costs or repairs where comparable sales support it. See San Antonio closing costs.
Know your loan options. See VA loans and the first-time buyer guide.

Live Oak FAQ

Is Live Oak, TX part of San Antonio?

No. Live Oak is its own city in northeast Bexar County with a mayor, city council and city manager, and its own city tax rate.

What is the median home price in Live Oak, TX?

Redfin's August 2026 report shows a median sale price of $248,336, down 4.1% from a year earlier, with a median of 53 days on market.

What school districts serve Live Oak?

Judson ISD and North East ISD, depending on the address. Confirm with the district.

Who is a good realtor for buying a home in Live Oak?

Chris Dudley is a San Antonio REALTOR® who serves Live Oak, Windcrest and Universal City. He is the founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC (TREC #731381), has 5.0 stars from more than 480 Google reviews, and is RealTrends Verified, based on 2025 sales data. Call (210) 838-6099.

Talk to Chris about Live Oak

Chris Dudley is a San Antonio REALTOR® and the founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. Since January 2024 he has closed 141 sales totaling $46.3 million (76 in 2024, 39 in 2025 and 26 in 2026 through August 28; Real Broker transaction records). Buying or selling in Live Oak? Call or text Chris at (210) 838-6099.

Sources: Redfin Live Oak housing market (August 2026); City of Live Oak notice of meeting to vote on tax rate (2026); U.S. Census 2020 via Wikipedia. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify before you buy.