Selma packs a lot of convenience into a small footprint. Straddling the northeast edge of San Antonio, it’s the home of The Forum shopping center and Retama Park, with quick access to I-35, Loop 1604 and Randolph AFB — all at some of the most attainable prices in the area. The median sale price is around $270,000 as of mid-2026, essentially flat year over year, with homes selling in about 95 days.
Why buyers choose Selma
Selma is about value and location. Buyers come for the affordability, the unbeatable access to shopping, dining and entertainment right at their doorstep, short commutes to Randolph AFB and the northeast employment centers, and newer master-planned neighborhoods. It’s a strong fit for first-time buyers, commuters and anyone who wants convenience without a big-city price.
Selma neighborhoods & communities
Selma offers newer master-planned living close to it all. Retama Springs and Olympia are popular communities for newer homes and amenities. Browse everything on the Selma homes for sale page.
What Selma homes cost
With a median around $270,000, Selma is one of the most affordable places to buy a newer home this close to San Antonio’s northeast side. You’ll find newer construction in amenity communities plus established resale homes, making it a great value for first-time buyers and commuters. Selling to buy here? Start with a home valuation.
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