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Boerne, Texas 29.8061° N, 98.6921° W

Esperanza

A 1,700-acre master-planned community just outside historic Boerne, where limestone artistry, miles of trails, and a resort-style amenity center shape everyday life.

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Setting
About 1,700 acres in roughly 20 villages
Builders
Six builders, including a 55+ enclave by Toll Brothers
County
Kendall County
HOA dues
$234 per quarter (master association)
Schools
Boerne ISD; Herff Elementary sits within the community

Community overview

Life in Esperanza

Esperanza stretches across roughly 1,700 acres of rolling Hill Country just off Highway 46, a short drive from the shops, restaurants, and galleries of downtown Boerne. Rather than one sprawling subdivision, it is organized into about 20 smaller villages, each with its own name and streetscape, so the community feels personal even as it continues to grow.

What sets Esperanza apart is its craftsmanship. Hand-carved limestone, colorful tile mosaics, and Spanish-inspired street names appear throughout the neighborhood, giving it an artful character you notice on every walk. Six builders offer a wide range of home styles, and Regency at Esperanza, a gated 55+ enclave built by Toll Brothers, has its own clubhouse and amenities.

Daily life tends to revolve around The Club, where residents gather at the resort-style pool and lazy river, work out in the fitness center, and meet up for events planned by an on-site lifestyle team. Beyond The Club, about 20 miles of trails wind through green space and pocket parks, past a nature-inspired playground, sand volleyball courts, an outdoor stage, and a dedicated dog park.

For buyers who want new construction, Hill Country scenery, and plenty to do close to home, Esperanza is one of the most complete communities in the Boerne area.

Community highlights

What stands out

The Club

A private amenity center with a resort-style pool, lazy river, and fitness center at the heart of the community.

About 20 miles of trails

Trails connect villages, pocket parks, and more than 400 acres of parks and open space.

Artful details

Hand-carved limestone, tile mosaics, and Spanish-inspired design give Esperanza a crafted look.

Roca Loca Beach & Lawn

Sand volleyball courts, plus an open-air stage and lawn for concerts, classes, and food truck nights.

Rover Oaks Bark Parque

An off-leash dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, shade, and water stations.

Regency at Esperanza (55+)

A gated, age-restricted enclave with a private clubhouse, pool, fitness center, and pickleball and bocce courts.

Example home

A home in Esperanza

One active listing that shows the kind of home you'll find here. Listings change quickly, so ask us for what's available now.

Listing photosOn the listing page
Boerne, TX 78006

146 Escalera Cir

Bedrooms
4
Baths
3 full
Living area
2,730 sq ft
Lot
0.29 acre
Garage
3-car, attached
Built
2017
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Active as of October 22, 2026. Details come from MLS data on the linked page and may change. Shown as an example only; availability isn't guaranteed.

Amenities & lifestyle

Ways to spend your days

Each amenity is labeled with who can use it. Labels reflect what the community, HOA, or builder publishes, so confirm details for any specific home.

Recreation

  • Resort-style poolHOA residents
  • Lazy riverHOA residents
  • Fitness centerHOA residents
  • Sand volleyball courts, including a kids' court (Roca Loca Beach)HOA residents
  • Pickleball courtsPlannedListed by Esperanza as a future amenity; confirm current status.
  • Regency clubhouse pool, fitness center, pickleball and bocce55+ residents

Outdoor Living

  • About 20 miles of trailsHOA residents
  • Greenspace & pocket parksHOA residents
  • Roca Loca Forest nature playgroundHOA residents
  • Rover Oaks Bark Parque (off-leash dog park)HOA residents

Community Spaces

  • The Club private clubhouseHOA residents
  • Roca Loca Lawn open-air stage & food truck driveHOA residents
  • Community room rentalsHOA residentsRequest form available through the HOA.
  • The Hacienda, Regency's 55+ private clubhouse55+ residents

Lifestyle

  • On-site lifestyle director and community eventsHOA residents
  • Town center with shops and servicesPlannedShown as planned on the developer's village map.
HOA residents Available to eligible HOA residentsPlanned Planned or under development55+ residents Reserved for residents of the age-restricted 55+ section

HOA information

Homeowners association

Association
Esperanza Community Association
Management
Not named on the public site; assessments are paid through TownSq.
Contact
601 Esperanza Blvd, Boerne, TX 78006HOA direct: (830) 336-4575HOA customer care: (855) 289-6007
Maintains
  • The Club (pool, lazy river, fitness center)
  • Rover Oaks Bark Parque
  • Roca Loca Beach
  • Trails, parks and common areas
Architectural review
Homes are governed by the Esperanza covenants (CC&Rs), and each village has its own posted rules. Review the village rules for the home you're considering.
Good to know
Esperanza has a master association plus village-level rules. Homes in the 55+ villages (Condessa and Marbella) may carry additional assessments; confirm for any specific home.
HOA dues$234per quarterMaster association assessmentProvided by Haven Bound Group, October 2026. Dues figures may not be 100% accurate. Confirm current dues and any transfer fees with the HOA.
HOA fees, amenities, rules, restrictions, management information, and access privileges are subject to change and may vary by subdivision or property. Buyers should independently verify all details with the applicable HOA, management company, and current governing documents before purchasing.

Property taxes

Property tax rates in Esperanza

Esperanza has documented WCID 2A and WCID 2B parcel variants. The 2026 WCID 2B stack is $2.3345 per $100 taxable value. The representative 146 Escalera Cir is Esperanza Phase 1 (WCID 2A); its latest complete adopted stack is 2025 at $2.3429 per $100 because WCID 2A’s published 2026 entry remained TBD.

Rates are dollars per $100 of taxable value. A $2.00 rate per $100 is equivalent to 2.00% annually, before exemptions and other adjustments. Property taxes are separate from HOA dues.

Verified example rate

WCID 2B portions

Later Esperanza planning units documented within Kendall County WCID 2B.

2.3345%$2.3345 per $1002026 tax year
Published taxing-entity rates · 2026
Taxing entityRate per $100
Kendall County $0.373
Boerne ISD $1.0065
Cow Creek Groundwater District $0.005
Kendall County WCID 2B $0.95

No City of Boerne ad valorem component in the district FAQ; confirm the parcel’s WCID.

Published components

Representative 146 Escalera / WCID 2A

Esperanza Phase 1; the official WCID 2B statement places the first planning unit in WCID 2A.

Verify full rate2026 tax year
Published taxing-entity rates · 2026
Taxing entityRate per $100
Kendall County $0.373
Boerne ISD $1.0065
Cow Creek Groundwater District $0.005

Known 2026 non-WCID components only; WCID 2A’s district page listed its 2026 proposed rate as TBD, so no 2026 total is stated.

Verified example rate

Representative 146 Escalera / WCID 2A

Esperanza Phase 1; representative complete stack, not community-wide.

2.3429%$2.3429 per $1002025 tax year
Published taxing-entity rates · 2025
Taxing entityRate per $100
Kendall County $0.377
Boerne ISD $1.0109
Cow Creek Groundwater District $0.005
Kendall County WCID 2A $0.95

Latest complete published adopted stack for the representative area; no City of Boerne ad valorem component.

146 Escalera Cir is Esperanza Phase 1; the official WCID 2B statement identifies the first planning unit as WCID 2A. Verify tax entities by parcel before buying.

The documented complete stack contains Kendall County, Boerne ISD, Cow Creek, and the applicable WCID. The WCID FAQ says its parcels have no City of Boerne tax; it identifies no hospital, college, river authority, ESD/fire, or MUD component.

The Esperanza HOA FAQ is a community-published 2025 guide with its own informational/non-reliance caveat; rate figures were independently matched to Kendall AD and the named WCID pages.

Tax information checked October 22, 2026. The tax year shown is the latest verified year for that rate, not necessarily the current year.

A mailing address does not establish city limits or taxing districts. The exact bill depends on the parcel, each entity's taxable value, exemptions and appraisal limits. Special districts or assessments may apply. Verify the full taxing-entity list and current adopted rates for the specific home; figures shown are not a tax quote.

Location & nearby conveniences

Where Esperanza sits

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Community (numbered)Your places (A, B, C)HighwayPark or preserveCreek

Pin: The Club amenity center, 601 Esperanza Blvd (Location pin published on the Esperanza HOA website). Pins mark a general location, not a subdivision boundary.

The basics

JurisdictionBoerne address (78006), Kendall County
SchoolsBoerne ISD. Herff Elementary is located within the community; confirm school assignment by address.
UtilitiesElectric: PEC (Pedernales Electric Cooperative)Internet, TV & phone: GVTCWater: City of Boerne
Housing dataThe Census Bureau doesn't publish data for this community's boundaries, and the nearest Census areas include other neighborhoods, so we don't quote them here. Ask us for a current market snapshot of recent sales in the community.

Major roads

  • Texas Highway 46
  • I-10 via Highway 46
  • Downtown Boerne and Main Street

Nearby

  • Historic downtown Boerne and the Hill Country Mile
  • Cibolo Nature Center & Farm
  • Boerne City Lake Park
  • Albert & Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area (under construction, not yet open)

Community map

Esperanza village map (developer's conceptual map, January 2026 edition; subject to change) Official PDF

Community website & resources

Helpful links

Official sources are labeled. Independent guides and builder pages are marked so you know where information comes from.

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