TX

Converse

Average Sales Price
$286,339
Median Sales Price
$266,286
Total Listings
971
Population Data provided by Attom Data
34,393
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Luxury Suburbs Guide — Converse, TX

Converse, Texas

Affordable Military-Friendly Suburb Adjacent to JBSA-Randolph — Best Value in Bexar County

Neighborhood Overview

Converse is a fast-growing city of over 34,000 residents located northeast of downtown San Antonio, directly adjacent to JBSA-Randolph Air Force Base. Its strategic location makes it one of the most popular military relocation destinations in Bexar County for personnel assigned to Randolph — many members can be at the gate in under 10 minutes. The city also sits close to Interstate 35 North, providing direct access to JBSA-Fort Sam Houston (15 minutes west) and the broader northeast San Antonio employment and retail corridor. Home prices are among the most affordable in the metro, making Converse excellent for E-5 through O-3 families and first-time buyers using VA loans.

The housing stock is predominantly suburban tract development from the 1990s through 2020s, with newer subdivisions offering energy-efficient construction, open floor plans, and community amenities. Converse is a smart choice for military families who need proximity to Randolph without paying premium prices. With a median home price of $264,999 and 1,001 active listings, buyers have genuine inventory selection — a rare luxury in the current metro market. Average sales prices have held at $284,583, confirming consistent, healthy demand across multiple price tiers.

Converse falls within the Judson Independent School District (JISD), which serves roughly 23,000 students across the northeast Bexar County corridor. JISD has expanded its magnet programs and academic offerings in recent years, with multiple campuses earning TEA recognition. For families who prioritize commute efficiency and housing affordability over school prestige rankings, and who plan to be in the area for 2–4 year rotations, Converse offers some of the best return on BAH of any suburb in the guide.

$265K
Median Home Price
34,393
Population
B+
Niche Grade
78109
Zip Code

Schools

Judson ISD — Expanding District with Magnet Programs Serving 23,000+ Students in Northeast Bexar County

Judson High School
Grades 9–12
6/10 GreatSchools
Ed White Middle School
Grades 6–8
6/10 GreatSchools
Converse Elementary School
Grades PK–5
6/10 GreatSchools

Safety & Crime

22%
Below Nat'l Avg — Violent Crime
15%
Below Nat'l Avg — Property Crime
B
Niche Safety Grade

Converse's crime statistics reflect a mixed suburban profile typical of high-growth military-adjacent cities. Violent crime runs approximately 22% below the national average and property crime about 15% below — both improvements on the broader Bexar County average. The Converse Police Department is a dedicated municipal agency, and crime rates vary significantly by neighborhood: the newer subdivisions on the east side of the city tend to post lower incident rates than older sections closer to Loop 410. Niche grades Converse B for overall safety. For military families rotating in on 2–4 year orders, the city's safety profile is appropriate for its price point and location.

Military Relocation Notes

~8 min
JBSA-Randolph
~20 min
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
~35 min
JBSA-Lackland

Converse offers one of the fastest Randolph gate times of any suburb in the guide — approximately 8 minutes via FM 78 or Ware Seguin Road. Fort Sam Houston is about 20 minutes via I-35 North and Loop 410, and Lackland is approximately 35 minutes. The city's BAH alignment is exceptional: Bexar County BAH rates for E-5 through O-3 grades cover or nearly cover Converse's median home price entirely on a VA loan, making it one of the most financially efficient markets for junior military members building equity. Many Randolph families who find Schertz or Cibolo out of reach choose Converse as a practical alternative with similar commute time and significantly lower mortgage payments.

Ready to Find Your Converse Home?

Converse is where BAH goes furthest near Randolph. Tre Serrano has helped dozens of military families close in Converse on VA loans — often with zero out of pocket. Let's see what's available for you.

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(914) 282-2370
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Listing Detail

Attributes Average Median
Bathrooms 2.59 3
Bedrooms 3.59 4
Year Built 2016 2022
Lot Size 14,969 Sqft 5,357 Sqft
Taxes $3,492 $1,374

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Population

34.4K
34.4K in 2020

Density

1.7K
per square mile

Households

11.3K
48% with children

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Education

12% Associate
17% Bachelor
7% Graduate
26% High School
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