Living in San Antonio TX

One of the best parts of building your custom home with Weston Dean Custom Homes is the city you get to be a part of. San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and it continues to grow. San Antonio is a great place to live, whether you choose to be in the heart of the city, or in the quiet and friendly surrounding areas.

History of San Antonio

San Antonio was founded by Spanish explorers in 1718. Much of the city’s history can be felt today through places like the legendary Alamo. The Alamo is a symbol of Texan pride, and it attracts millions of visitors every year. The culture in San Antonio has a number of influences. Hispanic and German heritage helped shape the city, its food, and its people. Cowboy culture has its roots in San Antonio, and rodeos in San Antonio are a massive attraction today.

San Antonio Cuisine

San Antonio is famous for its Tex Mex and its classic Texas Barbecue. But San Antonio is so large and diverse that the exciting food options really are endless. In fact, San Antonio is one of only two U.S. cities declared a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO.

Schools in San Antonio

Several school districts serve the Greater San Antonio area, and greatschools.org ranks dozens of schools as 10/10 or 9/10 throughout the city. Numerous private schools also offer great alternatives to public schools.

Beyond its K-12 options, San Antonio also has over 30 higher education institutions. Prospective students can choose from noteworthy publicly supported schools, such as the University of Texas at San Antonio, UT Health San Antonio, or Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Or they can choose one of the many private universities, such as Trinity University, Incarnate Word, or Webster University.

Jobs in San Antonio

 Fort Sam Houston The job market in San Antonio has grown at a higher rate than most cities in Texas in the past few years. Some of the largest industries include manufacturing, renewable energy, and defense. Since its earliest days, San Antonio has kept a close relationship with the military and is sometimes referred to as “Military Town USA”. The city is home to a number of military bases, and thousands of military families. 

Fun in San Antonio

San Antonio is also a fun city to shop in. You’d expect a city the size of San Antonio to have a great selection of major retailers and malls, and it certainly does. But San Antonio also has a trove of vintage stores and local boutiques. Shopping in San Antonio contributes to a relaxing and enjoyable way of life. There is more to San Antonio than shopping, however. Venture out to Six Flags, SeaWorld, or the San Antonio Zoo. Or catch a game at the AT&T Center, home court of the San Antonio Spurs.

With its rich heritage and bright future, San Antonio is certainly a great place to call home. Contact Weston Dean Custom Homes to learn more about building your custom home in San Antonio.