Welcome to Monte Vista
A beautiful, historic neighborhood with stunning architecture.
Monte Vista is among the most scenic places in San Antonio due to its magnificent architecture, which brings out the beauty and uniqueness of each building. Residents of Monte Vista are aware of the beauty of their neighborhood and look to magnify it further by regularly maintaining their homes, curbs, and lawns. As a result, Monte Vista remains appealing to anyone that passes by and leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
The neighborhood is desired to create an airy and free feeling for anyone living there as few fences line the houses and neighbors respect each other's privacy. It gives a flawlessly elegant look to the neighborhood where everyone seems to coexist, leading to a lasting sense of community among locals.
Monte Vista is also a walkable neighborhood with pathways along all the streets, allowing for car-free days for those who want to be more active. Furthermore, the neighborhood's walkability increases its appeal to outdoorsy people who like to keep fit by jogging, running, or simply walking regularly, as they can do so freely day or night.
What to Love
- Mid-century homes scattered across the neighborhood
- Beautiful architecture that gives Monte Vista character
- Easy access to and from San Antonio
- Small but loving community
Local Lifestyle
Monte Vista is a diverse community that welcomes people from all walks of life to its neighborhood. Residents try to familiarize themselves with each other, making for a close-knit society. Furthermore, the residents of this charming community are quite expressive, with many using their homes to display their personalities and quirkiness, creating unique architecture and interior decor across Monte Vista. As a result, the neighborhood becomes more appealing to outsiders as they often look to be part of the community and look for a house in the area. It leads to the property values in Monte Vista rising, creating wealth for existing homeowners.
Monte Vista residents are also active in community events where everyone is expected to participate in making the neighborhood better. Locals show up to the annual Easter Egg Hunt and Fourth of July parade with the excitement of being involved in social events. As a result, everyone feels that their efforts are appreciated when they see their neighbors similarly invested in the community.
Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping
La Fonda on Main is the oldest and most popular Mexican restaurant in San Antonio and has been operational since 1932, offering the best Tex-Mex in the state. The restaurant also serves tasty lunch and dinner dishes that Monte Vista residents can feast on whenever they like.
Barbaro and
Volare Pizza are the most frequented pizza restaurants in Monte Vista, providing locals with various options that satisfy their cravings. In addition, these restaurants offer speedy delivery services, allowing Monte Vista residents to enjoy pizza in the comfort of their homes.
Monte Vista’s main strip is where residents will find various shopping options for personal and home goods. It is also conveniently located a few minutes from the neighborhood.
Things to Do
There are multiple things for Monte Vista residents and visitors, such as learning the city's history and other interesting topics at the
Landa Library. You can also visit the
Landa Gallery Conservancy and attend its regular gala that attracts people from all over the country.
Schools
Some of the best schools in Monte Vista include:
- San Antonio Academy of Texas, Grades K-8
- St. Anthony's Catholic High School, Grades 9-12