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    538 W Elsmere, San Antonio, TX 78212

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    $599,000

    Other - San Antonio, TX

    Type:Multi Family
    Property size:
    3,747 SF
    Lot size:
    0.19 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $159/SF
    Added:
    May 29, 2026
    Days on Market:
    42
    Last Refresh:
    Jul 9 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 538 W Elsmere

    General Information

    Property type
    Other
    Property subtype
    Multi Family
    Bedrooms
    8
    Bathrooms
    6
    Rooms
    Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 5, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    064270050010
    Size
    3,747 SF
    Lot size
    0.19 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Central, Electric (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1930
    Flooring type
    Carpet, Linoleum, Tile, Tile - Ceramic
    Roof type
    Composition
    Architectural style
    Other
    BuilderName
    Unknown

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    Susan Sheffield

    Listing agent Susan Sheffield

    Listing office Engel & Völkers Alamo Heights 5936 Broadway, San Antonio, TX

    Listing date May 29, 2026

    MLS# 1963175 Listing URL

    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.

    HighLights

    • Rare 3‑unit property in the historic Beacon Hill district.
    • Strong rental history and flexible floor plans ideal for investors or owner‑occupants.
    • Unit 1: Large 4‑bedroom, 3‑bathroom two‑story residence with sunroom, loft, and fenced yard.
    • Prime location minutes from The Pearl, San Antonio College, and Downtown.
    • Unit 2: Spacious upstairs flat with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
    • Unit 3: Private 1‑bedroom, 1‑bathroom unit suitable for single occupancy.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of San Antonio's historic Beacon Hill, this triplex at 538 W. Elsmere presents an investment opportunity. The property features a strong rental history and flexible floor plans, suitable for long-term investors or an owner-occupant. Unit 1, located at 538 W. Elsmere, is a two-story residence with 4 bedrooms (2 upstairs and 2 downstairs) and 3 bathrooms. It includes a sunroom on the main level, an upstairs loft, and a large fenced-in yard. Unit 2, located at 542 W. Elsmere, is a spacious upstairs flat with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Unit 3 is a private 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit. The property is located minutes from The Pearl, San Antonio College, and Downtown, offering proximity to dining and urban amenities. The property size is 3747 square feet.

    Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

    Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $65.2k $17.40
    − Vacancy −$3.6k −$0.96
    EGI $61.6k $16.44
    − OpEx −$18.5k −$4.93
    NOI $43.1k $11.51
    3,747 SF · lease $17.40/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 30.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Multifamily LT 5
    $616.1K
    $539.1K – $718.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $43,128 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.20%
    Second Best
    Apartment 5plus
    $546.8K
    $478.4K – $637.9K (±1% cap)
    NOI $38,275 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.39%
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $955.8K
    $836.3K – $1.12M (±1% cap)
    NOI $66,906 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.17%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Triplexes

    Suggested Use

    Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Daycare Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Travel Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Hotel & Motel Pet Grooming Service

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    San Antonio
    County
    Comal
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -98.502558
    Latitude
    29.462159

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Triplex - Rare San Antonio triplex near The Pearl and Downtown.
    Where is this triplex located?
    The property is located at 538 W Elsmere San Antonio, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $599,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Rare 3‑unit property in the historic Beacon Hill district.; Strong rental history and flexible floor plans ideal for investors or owner‑occupants.; Unit 1: Large 4‑bedroom, 3‑bathroom two‑story residence with sunroom, loft, and fenced yard.
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