Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort

Overview of Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort is an independent living community located at 20302 Bulverde Road in San Antonio, Texas. Operated by Resort Lifestyle Communities, the three-story property is designed for adults aged 55 and older.

The community provides private apartments in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, with homes ranging from 566 to over 1,200 square feet. As an independent living community, it does not offer medical or personal care assistance. Daily life is centered on social activities, with shared spaces including a 150-seat theater, a library, a billiards room, an exercise room, and a lounge with a bar. The on-site dining program provides three chef-prepared meals daily, alongside a self-serve pantry for off-hours snacks.

Daily operations are supported by on-site resident managers, concierge services, and a 24-hour emergency alert system. Additional conveniences include a travel program allowing residents to stay at sister properties and a pet-friendly policy with no additional fees. The surrounding neighborhood has a walk score of 14, meaning daily errands and trips, such as traveling to the nearby Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, require a vehicle.

Interested individuals can contact the Bulverde Road administrative office directly to learn about month-to-month rent structures, check current unit vacancies, or schedule an in-person tour.

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Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #1181 / 1346Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1181st out of 1346 homes in Texas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Texas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Texas that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 566 / 650 / 694 / 706 / 759-1206 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Exercise Programs/Fitness Center

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Safety Systems

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Recreational Activities

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Health Programs

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Security Systems

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Pet-Friendly

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Wi-Fi Access

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Theater Room

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Computer Room

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort

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Places of interest near Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort

Address 20302 Bulverde Rd, San Antonio, TX 78259 — 3.34 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Hospital Stone Oak)

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Compare Independent Living around San Antonio

Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Facility 54
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The Army Residence Community Health Care Center
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Facility 39
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-The Army Retirement Residence Foundation San Antonio Inc
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Blue Skies of Texas East
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AL
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Facility 24
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Facility 47
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Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort
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San Antonio (Bulverde Road)-Yes
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Facility 14
TX AVG 42
Rank #1181 / 1346
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Texas

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort is located in San Antonio, Texas.
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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled
General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+
General Texas resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+
General TX resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TX

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
TX

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+
General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+
General TX resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TX

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort

What neighborhood is Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort in?

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort is in the Bulverde Road neighborhood.

Is Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort in a walkable area?

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort?

Yes, Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort?

Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort is located at 20302 Bulverde Rd, San Antonio, TX 78259.

What is the phone number of Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort?

(210) 625-8611 will put you in contact with the team at Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort.

Does Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Emerald Oaks Retirement Resort is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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