# 538 W Elsmere, San Antonio, TX 78212 > **TL;DR:** 8bd/6ba townhouse, $599,000 ($160/sqft), built 1930, 3,747 sqft. Est. $3,204/mo. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $599,000 | | Price/sqft | $160 | | Bedrooms | 8 | | Bathrooms | 6 full | | Square Feet | 3,747 | | Year Built | 1930 | | Property Type | Townhouse (Single Family Attached) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 0 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $3,029 | | Estimated Insurance | $175 | | **Total** | **$3,204** | ## Nearby Schools - **Elementary:** Beacon Hill - **Middle:** Cotton - **High:** Edison ## Property Highlights - Built in 1930 ## Description ### Agent Description Rare 3-Unit Gem in Historic Beacon Hill! An investment opportunity awaits at 538 W. Elsmere, a triplex located in the heart of one of San Antonio's historic districts. Boasting a strong rental history and flexible floor plans, this property is perfectly suited for long-term investors or an owner-occupant looking to house-hack. Unit 1 (538 W. Elsmere): A sprawling two-story residence featuring 4 bedrooms (2 up/2 down) and 3 bathrooms. This unit offers a sunroom on the main level, a versatile upstairs loft, and a large fenced-in yard-a rare find for the area. Unit 2 (542 W. Elsmere): A spacious upstairs flat offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing ample space for tenants. Unit 3: A private 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit, ideal for high-demand single occupancy. Located just minutes from The Pearl, San Antonio College, and Downtown, this property offers unbeatable proximity to trendy dining and urban amenities. Whether you are looking for a turnkey rental or a value-add historic project, this Beacon Hill multi-family is a must-see! ## Location - **Address:** 538 W Elsmere, San Antonio, TX 78212 - **County:** Bexar - **Neighborhood:** ALTA VISTA - **Coordinates:** 29.462159, -98.502558 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=29.462159,-98.502558 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Susan Sheffield - **Brokerage:** Engel & Volkers Alamo Heights - **Broker Phone:** 2108451008 ## Photos ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f3966123307r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f287801230r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f287801230r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f2339791906r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f2082767804r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f709172433r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f3241984591r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f2581053671r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f3693144094r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f3480680979r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f3703991235r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f605703153r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f233245816r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f854252329r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f2648158187r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f2184203636r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f1846469574r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f645076765r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f1141415187r.jpg) ![538 W Elsmere - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/713137242449d253d19b0dbfb3207943l-f1607602742r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 1963175 | **Updated:** 2026-11-01 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Engel & Völkers. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/538-w-elsmere-san-antonio-tx-78212-a4b98550ac584a149788a9324d9e2301) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/538-w-elsmere-san-antonio-tx-78212-a4b98550ac584a149788a9324d9e2301#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/538-w-elsmere-san-antonio-tx-78212-a4b98550ac584a149788a9324d9e2301", "name": "538 W Elsmere, San Antonio, TX 78212", "description": "Rare 3-Unit Gem in Historic Beacon Hill! An investment opportunity awaits at 538 W. Elsmere, a triplex located in the heart of one of San Antonio's historic districts. 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