There seems to be an abundance of activity surrounding The
City of San Antonio’s historic
Dignowity Hill neighborhood these days. Named
after Dr. Anthony Michael Dignowity, San Antonio’s first residential suburb was
established during the later part of the nineteenth century and was considered
home to most of SA’s prominent merchants and business owners who constructed
large estates. By the year 1914, Dignowity Hill had the railroad, an iron works
factory, a streetcar trolly line, and an extended water and sewer system. By
the 1930s, the neighborhood eventually grew to include small Folk Victorian
style houses and Craftsman Bungalows. Most home builders will agree that these
early homes were built of the highest quality, skill, and pride at the time.
It’s no wonder most are still around today.
After years of neglect, many investors eventually saw the
potential of these homes, the neighborhood, and the desire of city residents to
return to the core of San Antonio. With urban
renewal becoming a priority, the neighborhood currently finds itself in flux
with 20 new homes being built and remodeled at the moment. Ready to become the next new resident of such
an amazing neighborhood? If so, you’ll
find (in various states of restoration) house prices in Dignowity Hill that
range between $65,000 and $275,000.
It is safe to say that living downtown allows for one to
partake in the best of San Antonio. With downtown revitalization came new restaurants,
shops and cultural activities. The heart of the city is literally within
walking distance from this neighborhood. On any given day you’ll see residents of
Dignowity Hill strolling down to breakfast at Pancho and Gringo’s or lunch at DignowityMeats. Others might be found
shopping at Good Goods (home décor)
store, owned by local designer D’Ette Cole.
For those who walk or cycle across the Hays Street Bridge there is the Luxury, Augie’s Alamo City BBQ & Steakhouse or you can check out the up
and coming chefs selling their wares out of the coolest food trucks you’ve ever
seen at Pink’s Food Park and Bar. The SanAntonio Museum of Art always makes for a great afternoon. Or a walk with your pup, in a very
dog-friendly neighborhood, around Dignowity or Lockwood Park. Some might wrap up the day with friends and a
taste of San Antonio’s best craft beers or one of the finest cocktails in
town. The nearby options are vast and abundant….Big Hops; Alamo Beer Hall; VFW Post 76; the
Brooklynite or Paramour are only
a few of the establishments nearby. Some
of us simply visit with neighbors as we sit on our Porch and enjoy the
beautiful sunset and downtown skyline….which is the reason I moved into this
neighborhood.
Care to learn more about San Antonio’s East side and Dignowity
Hill? Contact me today! Oscar Felan with River Valley Real Estate, 210-853-5327
