Your Expert Guide

Dignowity Hill: Downtown proximity drew this Realtor to the district

Realtor Shail Patel.

Photo courtesy of Kuper Sotheby's International Realty

There are so many great places to live in San Antonio that it helps to have an expert on your side. The Neighborhood Guide presented by Kuper Sotheby's International Realty gives you insider access from the agents who live and work there, providing in-the-know info about your possible new community.

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Four years ago, Shail Patel made the move to the Dignowity Hill Historic District, enticed by the lifestyle that comes with being so close to Pearl, downtown, the River Walk, and all the accompanying restaurants.

But it was 10 years ago that the Kuper Sotheby's International Realty agent first began helping buyers and sellers in the area.

"Dignowity Hill offers so much and features a variety of architectural styles, all in a charming and unique neighborhood, and that makes it extra appealing," Patel says.

Born in India, Patel now makes downtown his backyard by living in the city's first exclusive residential suburb, which has seen a renaissance in the past decade or so.

Patel offered up a few more of his personal favorites about life in Dignowity Hill. Here's his guide to the area:

Where to eat & drink
Whether you're craving something tapas from Toro Kitchen + Bar or looking for Korean flavors at Magpie, there's a tasty option for every palate and occasion.

"I also love Alamo Brewery, Scorpion, Burleson Yard, and Roadmap Brewery for happy hour," says Patel.

Where to play
Have a chill afternoon at Dignowity-Lockwood Park or lace up your sneakers to explore Mission Reach, the eight-mile section of the San Antonio River trail that meanders past four of the city's famous missions.

Improve your serve at Fairchild Park, where there are more than a dozen tennis courts.

Where to live
"Whether you are looking for a beautiful historic estate, Craftsman bungalow, or new construction home, this neighborhood provides that," he says.

Patel also notes an exciting upcoming addition to the neighborhood: the merging of two parks into one, complete with a giant dog park.

"There are plenty of reasons to love living in Dignowity Hill, but one of the main ones is the inclusiveness of the community and how everyone feels welcome," says Katie and Will. "On top of the awesome people, it's amazing to also be directly adjacent to all of the happenings, restaurants, and fun developments of the downtown and Pearl areas."

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Shail Patel lives, works, and plays in Dignowity Hill. For more information on buying and selling a home in the area, click here, email shail.patel@kupersir.com, or call 210-454-2904.

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Take A Walk

New multifamily community opens near Stone Oak restaurants and shopping

Rendering courtesy of Greyson Luxury Living

The new community offers 291 units.

A new multifamily community is now open to prospective residents in San Antonio. Greyson Luxury Living comprises 291 units at 1734 N. Loop 1604 West, with a focus on lifestyle amenities. But the location will be the main draw for many.

Apartment floor plans range from one to three bedrooms, starting at $1,317 for one bedroom and one bathroom, and working up to a base price of $2,611 for three bedrooms and two baths. The community's pet policy according to the website is: "We welcome all your furry friends at Greyson."

Residents will get reserved parking and a garage with EV charging stations, but it might not always be necessary to hop in the car. The apartments are directly adjacent to restaurants like Cover 3, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, and Blü Prime Steakhouse — not exactly everyday eats, but there's tons more at the Vineyard Shopping Center and the Stone Oak neighborhood's Blanco Market Shopping Center across the highway.

In addition to restaurants, the community is less than a five-minute drive from H-E-B Plus, Whole Foods Market, Target, fashion and furniture stores, and multiple fitness studios like StretchLab and LA Fitness.

A press release promises wood-style flooring, quartz and granite countertops, and ceramic tile backsplash. On the more utilitarian side, it offers single-basin sinks, kitchen islands, "spacious" pantries, a stainless-steel Energy Star appliance package, and washer and dryer connections. (Images shared by the complex so far appear to be more illustrative of the desired vibe than the actual space.)

Every floor plan also shows a private patio or balcony. The most expensive floor plan — the three-by-two — has a wraparound outdoor space.

For shared spaces, a resort-style pool with a tanning shelf (a very shallow area for placing lounge chairs) and bike storage encourage residents to get outside, and a dog wash station makes it easy to leave dirt and hair outside of apartments. There's also a fitness center, a clubhouse with wi-fi, elevators, and concierge services.

“We developed Greyson as a luxury multifamily community aimed to fit any type of lifestyle, and we are grateful for all of our partners that helped bring this project to life,” says Ed Garahan, partner and CEO at Carbon Companies, the development firm heading the project.

Carbon Companies also sold the Addison Medical Center Apartments, Ventura Ridge, Triomphe Apartments, and Pecan Springs Luxury Apartment Homes, with more in the works in San Antonio.

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