Boerne, the county seat of Kendall County. Boerne, Texas the county seat of Kendall County, is located on Cibolo Creek, Interstate Highway 10, and U.S. Highway 87 thirty miles northwest of San Antonio in the southern part of the county. Boerne citizens enjoy the small town charm with easy access to the big city, glamour, fun and glitz of San Antonio.
Boerne, Texas (pronounced BUR-nee) grew from a village called Tusculum laid out in 1849. Boerne, Texas was formally established by German pioneer settlers in 1851, and named for a German political writer.
Boerne, Texas Settled in 1849 by German immigrants. Surrounded by the beautiful Texas Hill County, Boerne, Texas, is a wonderful combination of Old World charm and Texas hospitality. The tastefully restored Hauptstrausse (Main Street) offers a feast of antique, gift, and art galleries, restaurants, coffee shops, turn-of-the-century European architecture, and picturesque gardens and greenbelts. The delightful small town ambiance enlivens the spirit and warms the heart. Come experience Boerne, the perfect setting for relaxation of the body and restoration of the soul.
If you ask any resident of Boerne, chances are you will hear that Boerne is absolutely the best place to live in Texas. Beautiful landscapes, an ideal climate, a thriving local economy and proximity to San Antonio combine to make Boerne a prime spot.
The Guadalupe River winds 250 miles through Texas and is the state's most heavily utilized recreational river. As one might imagine, the park is extremely popular during the sweltering summer months when a dip in the river is especially appealing. For those seeking a more tranquil experience, weekdays in the early morning or late evening are generally good any time of year. The hiking trail along the riverbank provides scenic and cypress-shaded views, and there are numerous picnic tables and grassy areas to sit down, relax and absorb the park's rugged beauty.
Boerne personifies family life, a superior school system and small town atmosphere that has little if any crime. A place where family values are paramount; Once you are here, you will not want to live anywhere else!!
Housing Cost
The average home price is $160,000, while house prices range from $70,000 to $2,000,000.
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2005: 8,054. Boerne covers 5.8 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,405 feet above sea level.
Climate
Boerne, TX climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 95.30 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 35.50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 25 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 27 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Boerne is 36.39 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 5.29 Inches.
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