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Homes for sale in Converse, TX: Converse area guide

Converse is a city on FM 1976 in northeast Bexar County, about 15 miles from downtown, named for a Southern Pacific chief engineer1.

27,4661Residents at the 2020 census
18771Townsite bought
NE Bexar1Location

History

German farm roots

Major Converse bought the townsite in 1877 and a post office opened in 1878. The community was settled by German farmers and once had what was reported as the oldest 4-H Club in Texas1.

Military

Converse is close to JBSA–Randolph2.

Schools

Judson ISD serves much of Converse; confirm with TEA3.

Buyer notes

Value and newer homes

Compare newer subdivisions with older neighborhoods and review HOA and special-district taxes.

Common Questions

Converse, TX: common questions

How far is Converse from downtown?

About 15 miles northeast1.

Who was it named for?

A Southern Pacific chief engineer, Major Converse1.

Is it near Randolph?

Yes2.

Quick Answers

Homes for sale in Converse, TX: questions answered

Who can help me buy or sell a home in Converse, TX?

Nancy “Peaches” Brown, a realtor with LoKation Real Estate, helps buyers and sellers in Converse, TX and the greater San Antonio area. Use the contact page to send a request and she will reply to set a time.

What should I check when comparing homes for sale in Converse?

Confirm the city or county jurisdiction, the school assignment for the exact address and the FEMA flood map panel before you make an offer.

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Sources

Where these facts come from

Figures change. Verify details for a specific address with the official source before you decide.

  1. Converse, Texas, Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).
  2. San Antonio Military Installations, City of San Antonio (accessed 2026-10-15).
  3. School District Locator, Texas Education Agency (accessed 2026-10-15).