A Rare Opportunity in Grey Forest This charming home sits on over 2 acres and is available for the first time since the land was purchased by the owner's family in the 1960s. Nestled along Helotes Creek, it features over 500 feet of creek frontage on one side and an additional 200 feet on both sides, creating a peaceful, park-like retreat. Originally founded as a summer resort in the 1920s, Grey Forest is known for its natural beauty, winding roads, and towering oaks. Just northwest of San Antonio, it offers small-town charm, a close-knit community, and easy access to city conveniences. Built in the 1960s and expanded in the 1980s, the home has recent updates including new sheetrock, paint, lighting, and flooring. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet, private deck access, and walk-in attic storage. The renovated en suite includes a walk-in shower, granite double vanity, and cedar walls made from on-site trees. Two new HVAC systems are in place. Multiple outbuildings: Office with A/C, power, and covered porch, Large utility room with washer/dryer hookups, Former horse stall with chicken coop and tack room, Canning house Expansive outdoor living:Covered front porch, Large deck off the dining room, Scenic creekside area, Historic dam along the creek Enjoy the serene lifestyle of Grey Forest-where nature, history, and community come together just minutes from San Antonio. This one-of-a-kind property is a true retreat.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (5/15)
$515,000
19517 Scenic Loop, Helotes, TX 78023
3beds
2,164sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
2.12 Acres Lot
$483,900 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private deck accessExpansive outdoor livingTowering oaksGranite double vanityLarge walk-in closetRenovated en suitePeaceful park-like retreat
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 02, 2025 at 05:40pm
Listed by:
Jennifer Bowman TREC #655875 (210) 884-6118,
JB Goodwin, REALTORS
Source: SABOR,MLS#: 1835081

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Split, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only, Double Vanity
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Dining room
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Family room
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Kitchen
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Living room
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Wood Stove, 2 Units, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Two Central, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Self Cleaning Oven, Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer Hookup, Dryer Connection
Features
- Two Living Area, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Utility Room Inside, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Laminate
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Attic: Partially Floored,Permanent Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,164
- Total interior livable area: 2,164 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: None, Two Car Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: County VIew
- Waterfront features: Creek - Seasonal
Lot
- Size: 2.12 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Fire Hydrant w/in 500'
- Residential vegetation: Mature Trees, Mature Trees (ext feat)
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 045690270150
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Pre-Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic
- Water: Water System
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Playground, Lake/River Park
- Subdivision: Grey Forest
Location
- Region: Helotes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $387,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,059
- Price range: $515K - $515K
- Date on market: 1/16/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,Cash
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