Terrell Hills is a city in Bexar County, Texas, located about five miles northeast of downtown San Antonio. With a population of roughly 5,000, it is a leafy, residential enclave that is entirely surrounded by the much larger city of San Antonio, a geographic arrangement that gives it a small-town, self-contained feel within a major metropolitan area. The community was developed as a residential addition beginning in the late 1920s, and its mature trees and established streetscapes reflect that long history. The city's housing stock is overwhelmingly owner-occupied and consists of established single-family homes, many of mid-20th-century construction, set on generously sized, tree-lined lots. This stability, combined with its small size and independent municipal government, gives Terrell Hills a settled, low-density character that contrasts with the busier commercial corridors of the surrounding city. It is closely associated with neighboring Alamo Heights, with which it shares much of its local identity and amenities. Schools are a central part of Terrell Hills' appeal. Most of the city is served by the Alamo Heights Independent School District, a small, well-regarded district that also covers Alamo Heights and Olmos Park, while a portion of Terrell Hills is zoned to the North East Independent School District. This two-district arrangement gives families within the city access to established public school systems. For residents, Terrell Hills offers the best of both worlds: a quiet, owner-occupied neighborhood atmosphere with its own city government, and immediate access to the jobs, dining, culture and healthcare of San Antonio. Its location just minutes from downtown and from Alamo Heights' retail districts makes it a sought-after address within the metro.