Spurs Launch Community Hub on San Antonio’s North Side

The area around San Antonio’s North Side and the Medical Center is getting a meaningful boost. The San Antonio Spurs are repurposing their former practice facility at 1 Spurs Lane into the “Spurs Impact Center” — a community-oriented space offering workforce training, mental-health resources, children’s programming and more. With an initial $10 million investment, this project is not just about sports — it’s about people and place.  

Source: San Antonio Express-News

Why This Matters for San Antonio 

Community-focused developments like this have ripple effects on neighborhoods, infrastructure and ultimately the housing market. Located near the bustling Medical Center district and close to major employment hubs, the new center helps anchor stability and growth for surrounding residential areas. 

Real Estate Impact

• Homeowners: Having a major community facility nearby supports neighborhood stability, and could enhance appeal for buyers seeking amenity-rich areas. 

• Buyers: If you’re considering North Side or Medical Center-adjacent homes, this is a positive signal for long-term desirability. 

• Sellers/Investors: Proximity to community services adds value — features like training, counseling and youth programs help build solid, engaged neighborhoods. 

Expert Quote

“As a local REALTOR®, I see projects like this shifting neighborhood dynamics for the better,” says Tami Price, Broker Associate with Real Broker, LLC. “When a team like the Spurs invests in people, not just property, the effect on real estate and community resilience is real.”

3 Key Takeaways

1. The facility at 1 Spurs Lane will be repurposed into the “Spurs Impact Center” with roughly 37,800 sq ft of space. 

2. The initial investment is $10 million, with programming focused on workforce training, mental-health counseling, leadership development and youth services.  

3. Location — in the Medical Center/North Side corridor — places this near anchor employment and established neighborhoods, boosting local real estate appeal.

The Bottom Line

This isn’t just about a sports franchise giving back. It’s about adding meaningful infrastructure to a growing part of San Antonio with implications for livability and housing value.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, understanding how local growth affects home values is essential. Contact Tami Price, REALTOR®, at 210-620-6681.