San Antonio, TX

Home Loans for San Antonio Families

Military veterans, first-time buyers, and investors — we've got the loan for your situation.

San Antonio is one of the best cities in Texas to buy a home — and I make sure my clients take full advantage of that. For military families stationed at JBSA, a VA loan with zero down is usually the smartest move. For civilian first-time buyers, FHA with TSAHC down payment assistance can get you in for very little out-of-pocket. And for investors eyeing duplexes or rental properties, DSCR and conventional loans open the door. Whatever your situation, I know this market and I know how to get you approved.

$290,000
Median Home Price
Bexar County, 2024
~2.5%
Property Tax Rate
Bexar County average
250,000+
Military Population
Active duty, veterans, and families
$524,225
FHA Loan Limit
2025 limit for Bexar County
$58,000
Median Household Income
Bexar County, 2024
Local Market Insight

What Makes San Antonio Different

San Antonio has one of the largest active military populations in the country thanks to JBSA (Fort Sam Houston, Lackland, and Randolph). That means a huge VA loan market — and I'm well-versed in VA guidelines, funding fee waivers, and VA-specific appraisal nuances. Bexar County property taxes run around 2.5%, which affects your DTI more than buyers often expect. I walk every San Antonio client through the real monthly payment number before they fall in love with a house.

Property Tax Note

Bexar County property taxes average around 2.5% of assessed value. On a $290,000 home, that's about $7,250/year or $604/month added to your payment. I see buyers get surprised by this all the time. Know the real number before you shop.

Who Buys Here

Active duty and veteran military families, healthcare and biotech workers, first-time buyers using TSAHC/TDHCA DPA, real estate investors targeting multifamily, Hill Country lifestyle buyers

Property Types

  • Single-family (dominant in suburbs)
  • Historic homes in King William / Southtown
  • New construction (Stone Oak, Far West Side, Schertz, Cibolo)
  • Condos and townhomes (Medical Center, Pearl)
  • Duplexes and small multifamily (investment buyers)
  • Acreage and ranch properties (Hill Country fringe)
  • Military relocation homes near JBSA

Loan Programs for San Antonio Buyers

Each program has specific advantages in the San Antonio market. Here's a quick overview — click any to see the full San Antonio-specific page.

3.5% Down

FHA Loans

First-time buyer or restarting after a credit setback — FHA opens the door.

In the $200K–$280K range, San Antonio has multiple offers on well-priced listings. An FHA offer isn'...
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0% Down

VA Loans

Active duty at JBSA or a veteran coming home — the VA loan is your strongest financial tool.

Texas also offers the Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) home loan program — a separate state program t...
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As Low as 3% Down

Conventional Loans

Move-up buyers and investors — flexible conventional financing for every situation.

San Antonio's appreciation has been steady but not explosive — buyers who want to refinance out of F...
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No Personal Income Required

DSCR Loans

Grow your San Antonio rental portfolio — qualify on property income, not your tax returns.

Duplexes near the UT Health / South Texas Medical Center area stay occupied year-round with healthca...
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No Tax Returns

Bank Statement Loans

Own a business in San Antonio? Your bank statements may be all you need to qualify.

San Antonio medical professionals — physicians, dentists, specialists — often have high income but c...
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Above Conforming Limits

Jumbo Loans

Alamo Heights, Boerne, Stone Oak — top-end San Antonio homes need expert jumbo financing.

Bank-to-bank relationships matter in jumbo lending. Some San Antonio private banks offer portfolio j...
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ITIN Accepted

Non-QM Loans

Complex income? ITIN? Foreign national? There's a loan program for your situation.

San Antonio has a growing Mexican consulate community and significant cross-border business activity...
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"We're active duty at Lackland and had no idea how to use our VA benefit. Rodolfo walked us through every step. We closed on our house with zero down and no PMI. We're saving $400/month compared to renting. He even helped us understand the funding fee waiver since James has a service-connected disability."
James & Tanya R. · Universal City · VA Home Loan

Communities We Serve in San Antonio

Active buying in all zip codes throughout the San Antonio metro area.

Alamo Heights Stone Oak Helotes Boerne New Braunfels Converse Universal City Schertz Cibolo Selma Leon Valley Windcrest Kirby Castle Hills Olmos Park Terrell Hills Shavano Park Hill Country Village Grey Forest Downtown / King William Southtown North Central Medical Center Far West Side
Rodolfo Toscano | NMLS #2248652 | The Big Mortgage | Licensed in Texas (TXSML) | Equal Housing Lender | This is not a commitment to lend. All loans are subject to credit approval and property qualification.

Ready to Buy in San Antonio?

I know the San Antonio market inside and out. Free consultation — I'll tell you exactly what you qualify for and what your real monthly payment will be.

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